Forbidden Rice (Chinese Black Rice)

Forbidden rice

Chinese Black Rice

Also known as Emperor's Rice, is a glutinous medium-grain rice which turns a silky dark indigo color when cooked. It has a rich, sweet flavor and a satisfyingly chewy texture.

Traditionally used in desserts, making rice puddings, rice molds and rice balls. Also used for salads or simple side dish

Cooking Instructions for plain rice:

1. In a sauce pan add 1 3/4cup of water/ Cup of washed & rinsed rice, add pinch of salt to taste (optional)


2. Stir lightly, bring to a rolling boil, lower the heat, cover with lid and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until rice is soft yet chewy.


3. Turn off the heat, let the rice steamed in the covered pot at least another 5-10 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the liquid.


4. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

One cup of rice will yield: 2 ½ cup of cooked rice.