Description
- 100% organic
- Rich, black colour
- High in protein and a good source of fibre
- Contains anthocyanin
- Suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets
- Turns purple during cooking
- Similar taste and nutty texture to brown rice
- It can be used for both sweet and savoury dishes including porridge, desserts and the traditional Chinese black rice cake.
- Cooking Instructions: Rinse, add to pan and bring to a boil over a medium to high heat, reduce heat, cover and cook for 30-35 minutes, take off the heat, cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes, fluff with a fork, and serve.
- Country of Origin: Italy
Black rice, also known as forbidden rice, is becoming increasingly popular in Europe after being used in Asian dishes for years. Black rice is the only type of rice that contains anthocyanin and is packed full of vitamins. The natural black colour of the rice is great source of colour for a variety of dishes and can be mixed with white rice for a more exciting rice dish!