Black Rice

Method

Absorption

1. For best results, rinse rice before use.
2. Place rice and cold water in a pot. Cover with lid and bring to a boil.
3. Once boiled reduce to low heat, leave covered and let simmer on for 30 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and rice is tender.
4. Let stand covered for 5-10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork prior to serving.

 

Boiling

1. For best results, rinse rice before use.
2. Bring water to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to a gentle boil, add rice. Leave uncovered stirring occasionally for 25-30 minutes or until cooked to the desired tenderness.
4. Your rice should be tender but not mushy.
5. Drain rice in a sieve and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork prior to serving. 

 

Rice Cooker*

1. For best results, rinse rice before use.
2. Place rice and water in rice cooker bowl.
3. Start cooking your rice as per your device’s standard procedure.
4. Once the rice cooker switches to ‘Keep Warm’ mode allow rice to stand for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork prior to serving. 

Tips

*Appliances may vary, please adjust cooking times if necessary. We recommend cooking our Black rice with a ratio of 2:1, 2 cups of water per cup of rice for best results. Rich in nutrients, it inherits its black colouring (purple when cooked) from the high antioxidant content.