Description
Black rice - fascinating taste, wealth of nutrients
Preparation time: 50 – 55 minutes.
Storage: in a dry and ventilated place, protected from direct sunlight.
Cooking tip: Pre-soak the rice in cold water for 30 minutes, then rinse and drain. Boil it in a ratio of 1:2 (rice:water).
Gluten-free: Suitable for people with different dietary preferences.
Origin: Tunisia.
Black rice – known since ancient times on the continent of Asia and a typical ingredient of Asian cuisine. It is also called imperial rice or purple rice. It has a characteristic deep purple color (anthocyanin pigments) and a rich taste, with light nutty notes. Unlike white rice, black rice has a harder shell, so it needs to be soaked beforehand. After heat treatment and when properly prepared, its grains remain separated and have a pleasant, soft texture. It is suitable for preparing main dishes, side dishes, sweets, salads. Perfectly combined with seafood and used for sushi.
Black rice is high in antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals, making it very beneficial. This exotic ingredient for multi-culinary delights is one of the superfoods known for its many beneficial properties for the body. It helps in the prevention of diabetes, hypertension, various types of cancer, problems with the digestive system and other diseases.
