forbidden rice

Dark heirloom grain

Forbidden rice is a dark purple-black variety of rice that turns deep violet when cooked.

The name comes from its supposed history as a grain reserved for Chinese royalty, forbidden to commoners.

It has a nutty flavor and chewy texture, often used in grain bowls and Asian desserts: The forbidden rice added color and texture to the salad.

appearance

black

Darkest possible hue

purpleHue between crimson and azure
darkAbsence of light
pigmentationNatural tissue coloring

striking · dramatic · contrast · vivid · inky · lustrous · bleeding · staining

variety

heirloom

Inherited family treasure

japonicaOf Japanese origin, taxonomically
glutinousSticky and viscous
whole grainCereal with intact seed

heritage grain · indica · unmilled · kernel

nutrition

antioxidants

Substances counteracting oxidative damage

fiberPlant-based digestive aid
ironElement twenty-six
proteinFolded amino chain

minerals · zinc · magnesium · phytonutrients · whole grain · nutrient-dense · complex carbohydrates · low glycemic · heart-healthy · vitamins

origin

China

East Asian superpower

imperialRelating to supreme rule
emperorMale ruler of empire
royaltyPayment for usage rights

ancient · cultivation · paddy · harvest · terraces · Asia · heirloom · legacy · mythology · rarity

culinary

pilaf

Seasoned broth-cooked grain

risottoCreamy Italian grain dish
sushiVinegared rice with toppings
congeeWatery rice porridge

stir-fry · grain bowl · side dish · salad · pudding · porridge · coconut milk · mango · sesame · ginger

Categories

grainswheat, oats, barley, corn, maize
Ricebasmati, jasmine, arborio, indica, japonica
Purple Thingseggplant, plum, grapes, violet, lavender
black rice
colored rice
gluten-free grainsmillet, quinoa, sorghum, teff, amaranth

Opposites

rice color and type

forbidden ricewhite rice

Refined grain, husk removed

brown rice · jasmine rice · basmati rice · polished rice · plain rice

social status and exclusivity

forbidden riceplain rice

Unseasoned cooked grain

permission/restriction

forbidden riceencouraged

Gave support and confidence

Family

forbid, forbade, forbids, forbidding, forbiddingly, bidden, rice, rices, riced

Familiarity: Top 500,000
Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G