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Basic Black Rice

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gluten-free

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I just recently discovered black rice and I absolutely love its chewy yet “al dente” texture and its distinct  rich nutty flavor! This ancient gluten free grain is also referred to as Forbidden rice because legend has it that it was once eaten exclusively by the Emperors of China and forbidden to all commoners. This rice provides the richest nutritional value of any bran rice, providing a higher level of protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber. It is very rich in antioxidants. It makes the water that you cook it in a beautiful deep purple and I just love that too!

I like the organic Forbidden Rice from Lotus Foods (click here for package and nutrition facts)

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  • Basic Black Rice
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Nutrition

Basic Black Rice

I just recently discovered black rice and I absolutely love its chewy yet “al dente” texture and its distinct rich nutty flavor! This Forbidden rice provides the richest nutritional value of any bran rice, providing a higher level of protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber. It is very rich in antioxidants.
Course Dessert, Dinner
Cuisine Asian
Keyword black beans and black rice, black rice, black rice nutrition, black rice nutrition facts, cooking black rice, forbidden black rice, forbidden rice nutrition, how to cook black rice, how to cook forbidden rice, is forbidden rice gluten free, is forbidden rice healthy
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Calories 205kcal
Author Catherine Katz

Ingredients

  • 1 cup black rice dry
  • 2 1/2 cups water

Instructions

  • Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan
  • Add the black rice and cook, uncovered, for 16 minutes (most of the water will have evaporated).
  • Turn off the stove and cover for 5 minutes or until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g
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  1. Mary Lynn Thurgood says

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    Listened to your demo on Vegan Burgers. with Chef A.j. So excited to try a better tasting burger than bean burgers that do taste like mushed beans. Thanks for your site with so many delicious sounding recipes. So happy I ran across your expertise and desire to make good tasting but healthy food.

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      Thank you so much Mary! 🙂

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  2. A moore says

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    I saw black rice in our traditional market and decided to give it a whirl, figuring more color often means more nutrition. I looked into sure enough, loads of healthy. I proudly made it for my family for lunch, everyone enjoyed the change (way too much plain white rice here). My houseworker, however, gave me a sideways glance but kept mum. After a week I finally got it out of her, only pregnant ladies eat black rice 😉

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      Hahaha! I LOVED your comment!

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  3. Jenn says

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    4 stars
    While battling COVID last month I came across your blog. It was the only part of isolation and recovery that was enjoyable. You are lovely. I also found your husband’s blogs Educational but what I needed most last month was a bit of “sunshine” to lighten my anxiety and you are indeed a lovely dose of sunshine. Hugs. Inspired.

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      Jenn!! You in turn lit up my day with your kind message! I am so touched!! Welcome to my Cuisinicity kitchen! Bon appétit!!

      Love,
      Catherine

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  4. Linda & David Raba says

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    I sauteed some asparagus, carrots, brocolli and mushrooms in butter, then added this mixture to the cooked black rice (used chicken stock + water) and then some Italian seasoning mix, black pepper. Served along side a fillet of sauteed salmon.

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  5. Dave says

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    It looks shiny. Is that natural, or was a touch of oil used?

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      No, nothing added! That’s its natural beautiful self!

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      • Dave says

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        I had black rice in Italy and am pretty sure a bit of oil was added. Seemed a nice touch.

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  6. Vera Taylor says

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    I am diabetic 2. Is black rice a food for diabetics?

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  7. Jeanne R says

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    Does anyone know if black rice has the same arsenic contamination as brown rice? Tks.

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    • Shirley says

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      I heard from reliable source that black rice does contain arsen. But I do not know if the amount of Arsen in black rice is is as much as it is in brown rice.

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  8. lynn kutler, RN, PhD Candidate says

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    5 stars
    I love your thoughtful website. Do you have a newsletter? Thank you for letting me know. With kindness, Lynn

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      Thank you so much Lynn for your lovely comment! I do not have a newsletter per say, but I do send out special notifications for new posts or recipes, and as long as you put in your email address in the little envelope icon on my home page, they will come to your inbox directly!
      with love, Catherine

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  9. maria says

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    5 stars
    amazing recipe i love it

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      Thank you Maria!! 🙂

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