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Black Rice (Karuppu Kavuni) is a traditional, nutrient-rich variety known for its deep black color and natural antioxidants. It has a unique flavor and slightly chewy texture, making it ideal for health-focused diets and specialty dishes.

Nature Vibes Group offers premium-quality Black Rice sourced from trusted farms and processed under strict quality standards. Carefully cleaned, graded, and hygienically packed, our Black Rice is known for its naturally dark color, rich nutty flavor, and exceptional nutritional value. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and essential nutrients, it is widely used in healthy diets, gourmet cuisine, food processing, and international markets.

* Black Rice is a highly nutritious ancient grain known for its dark purple-black color, rich antioxidants, and health benefits. It is often called forbidden rice and is considered one of the most powerful whole grains for modern healthy diets

Premium quality Black Rice, also known as Forbidden Rice, is a nutrient-rich ancient grain packed with antioxidants, fiber, and essential minerals. It has a deep black-purple color when raw and turns purple when cooked. Known for its nutty flavor and chewy texture, it is widely used in healthy diets, gourmet dishes, salads, rice bowls, and desserts. Naturally gluten-free and organically grown, it is carefully processed to preserve its nutrients and aroma. Ideal for export markets focused on health and premium food segments.

**Thai Black Rice- Premium Quality**

Our premium Thai Black Rice is a naturally dark, whole grain rice known for its rich color, nutty flavor, and slightly chewy texture. Carefully selected and minimally processed, it retains its outer bran layer, preserving its full nutritional value and unique character.

Often referred to as â??forbidden rice,â?? black rice is packed with antioxidants, dietary fiber, and essential nutrients, making it a highly nutritious choice for health-conscious diets.

**Key Features:**

* 100% natural whole grain black rice
* Rich in antioxidants and nutrients
* High in dietary fiber
* Nutty flavor with chewy texture
* Naturally gluten-free

Perfect for salads, side dishes, desserts, and gourmet recipes, Thai Black Rice adds both visual appeal and exceptional nutrition to any meal.

Color - Red and black
Broken Ratio - 0.5%
Max. Moisture - 13.5%
Admixture - 1%
Use - Food

Black Rice

Kavuni Rice, also known as Black Rice, is a traditional heritage rice variety known for its distinctive dark color and rich nutritional profile. It is naturally high in dietary fiber, antioxidants (anthocyanins), protein, vitamins, and essential minerals. With its unique nutty flavor, chewy texture, and deep purple-black appearance after cooking, Kavuni Rice is valued for both traditional and modern healthy food preparations. It is naturally gluten-free and suitable for health-conscious diets.

Black Rice (Forbidden Rice / Chak-Hao)

Grain: Short-medium, black-purple, high anthocyanin

Origin: Manipur (GI Tagged Chak-Hao), also Odisha

Standard Export
Moisture less than or equal to13%,
Broken less than or equal to 5%
$1.50-$2.50/kg

Organic GI Certified (Manipur Chak-Hao) $2.50-$4.00/kg

Key specs: Anthocyanin content; High antioxidant; Turns deep purple on cooking; GI tagged;
Strong EU, USA, Japan health market demand

Packing available: PP Bags (1-50kg) | Non-Woven (1-40kg) | Jute (1-40kg) | BOPP | Vacuum Pouches

Docs: APEDA Certificate | Phytosanitary | COO | FSSAI | Pesticide Residue Report | CoA

Organic & Pesticide-Free products are available across all categories

Private Label / Custom Branding available

MOQ: 1 FCL (20-25 MT) | Sample shipments available

Price range- INR 350 - 600 per kg

Black rice is a deeply pigmented rice variety known for its nutty flavor, chewy texture, and high nutritional value. It was once reserved for royalty in ancient China hence the nickname forbidden rice.

Organic certified

Black rice
- Nutrition: Antioxidant anthocyanins content in black rice is 4 times higher than black beans, which acts to reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease and cancer risk. In addition, black rice also provides more vitamins and minerals to bring youthfulness to your body
- Packing: Bag or as customer's requirements
- Delivery: 7 - 10 days after signed Sales Contract
- Origin: Vietnam
- Payment: T/T, L/C

Black rice, also known as purple rice, is a range of rice types of the species Oryza sativa, some of which are glutinous rice.

Indian Black Rice

Black rice is sourced from the pious soil terrain in the Himalayan hill region of Manipur, North-East India.

This Black rice is rich in protein and is good for keeping diabetes in control.

Tips to cook Black Rice !
1. Soak it for 3 hours and drain off the water.
2. Then cook it for 45-50 minutes.

Black Rice INR Rs. 160/- per Kg US$ US$2.00 per Kg

MOQ - 1000 Kgs
Prices are FOB - Guwahati INDIA.
X5 AgroTech FPC Limited

*Certified Organic Produce Will Be 20% Higher
Pure Nutrition, Zero Chemicals !

Black Rice

- Broken: 10% max
- Moisture: 14% max
- Foreign matters: 0.1% max
- Damaged kernel: 1% max
- Yellow kernel: 1.5% max
- Red & red streak kernel: 1.75% max
- Glutinous kernel: 0.5% max
- Paddy grain: 10 grains/kg max
- Average length of grain: 6.6mm

black rice

Black Rice

- Moisture: 14% max

- Broken: 5% max

- Head rice: 5% max

- Whole grain: 90% min

- Foreign matter: 0.1% max

- Chalky kernel: 3% max

- Damaged kernel: 0.1% max

- Red & red streak kernel: 0.5% max

- Yellow kernel: 0.5% max

- Paddy grain: 3 grains/kg

- Average grain lenth: 6.8mm

Packing: 5-50kg PP bag/ 1-5kg PA bag/  5-50kg BOPP bag
Lead time: 8-14 days

BLACK RICE Product Description
We are amongst the reckoned names in the industry offering Black Rice. Offered products are filled with all the necessary nutrients and minerals that are important for the human body. We are stringently testing our products on distinct quality parameters to ensure that they are free from any impurity and are reliable. They are very delicious in taste and are delivered in standard quantity packaging at affordable prices in the market

Origin :-, India

Payment Terms :- LC/TT

Features:
Rich in aroma
Delicious taste
Longer shelf life

Black Rice

SPECIFICATIONS
Purity 99%
Admixture 2% Max
Moisture 14% Max
Broken 5%, 10% & 15% Max
Color / Shelf Life Black / Long Life
Type / Drying Method Long Grain Rice / AD
Sortex Milled 100% Well Milled
Foreign Matter Nil
Origin / Cultivation Type India / Organic
Crop Latest

TRADE INFORMATION
FOB/CIF Port Any Required Port
Payment Terms L/C at Sight, T/T Payment, Cash Advance (CA), Cash in Advance (CID)
Supply Ability 120 Metric Ton Per Day
Main Domestic Market All India
Main Export Market(s) Europe, USA, Australia, Asia, West & North Africa, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE, and Other Gulf Countries
Certifications SGS & Others
Sample Available Yes
Sample Policy Contact us for information regarding our sample policy
Packaging Details 50 kg pp bags
Delivery Time 15-30 Days

Price - Rs 200 - 500 Per Kg

Black Rice (kalabhaat)

Black Rice 5% broken: Rice grain elongated shape, black color
Delivery: FOB, CNF, CIF

Description:
BLACK GLUTINOUS RICE NUTRITION
Black Glutinous Rice is healthy food. It is also known as black sticky rice, which is the unpolished, whole grain of traditional sticky white rice, commonly served in Asian restaurants, especially Thai. Despite its name, the color of the rice is closer to a deep, dark purple. Like its white counterpart, glutinous black rice has sticky individual grains and can be used in sweet and savory Asian dishes. Glutinous black rice can be purchased in Asian grocery stores, and natural or health food stores.
A 1/4 cup (45 grams) of uncooked black rice provides includes:
Calories: 160
Fat: 1.5 grams
Protein: 4 grams
Carbs: 34 grams
Fiber: 1 gram
Iron: 6% of the Daily Value (DV)
BLACK GLUTINOUS RICE HEALTH BENEFITS
The ancient Chinese believed that eating it helped improve the kidneys, stomach, and liver, so it became a favorite of the aristocracy. For centuries, sticky rice with charcoal is recommended for the following reasons:
Nutritious
The characteristic color of this rice comes from anthocyanin, the same plant pigment that gives blueberries a rich color. Anthocyanin is a powerful antioxidant that has many benefits for the heart and brain. Compared to white rice, sticky rice also has more protein and phytochemical detoxification.
Less sugar
This rice is considered to be low in sugar. For this reason, it is considered a healthier option for diabetics.
Lots of fiber
Fiber performs various roles in the body. The digestive system cannot fully digest, so it becomes food for friendly bacteria in the gut. It also slows down the metabolism of sugar, preventing a spike in blood sugar that causes type 2 diabetes. It also helps people to feel full longer. That is why the sticky rice of coal helps support weight loss. In a study, published in the journal Food Medicine, performed in animals, researchers demonstrated that this rice supplement could inhibit fat accumulation in the liver. Thereby, the researchers concluded that charcoal sticky rice has an anti-obesity effect because of its ability to reduce the accumulation and promote fat breakdown. Black Glutinous Rice is quite rare in Vietnam, so the price is also much higher than other types of sticky rice and is a healthy food that is popular with many people.
How To Cook Black Rice In A Rice Cooker
Ingredients
1 cup black rice
1 and 3/4 cups water or stock plus more water for rinsing
salt to taste
Instructions
Prepare the rice
Add the rice to a large bowl â?? preferably metal or glass, so that it doesnâ??t stain. Add warm water until the rice is completely covered, and use your hands to mix around and generally agitate the rice. You will notice the water quickly becoming dark purple in color.

ECOBA Black Rice is Organic Rice that is grown, processed, and distributed following a strict system, monitored by international government organizations: USDA, EU, JAS
The benefits of ECOBA Black Rice

Organic produce contains non-pesticides.
Organic food is GMO-free.
More nutritious value (more antioxidant, less nitrate and cadmium, fewer pesticide residues

Nutrition Values:
Serving size : 100g (0.25 Cup)
Amount Per Serving Calories (kcal) : 360
Calories from fat (kcal)
% Daily value (*)
Total Fat ; 3.5g
Saturated Fat : 1g
Cholesterol ; 0mg
Sodium : 0mg -
Total Carbohydrate : 75g
Protein : 8g -
Sugar - -g
Iron ; 1.3 mg
Calcium : - 20mg

Cooking instructions
Prepare:
1 cup of ECOBA organic Black Rice
2.5 cups of water
1 tbsp. of salt/oil/butter (optional)

Stove Top:
Put 1 cup of ECOBA organic Black rice in pot with water to rinse 1-2 times.
Put 2.5 cups of water into 1 cup of the clean rice.
Cook the rice for 15 minutes, till water is boiled and rice is well done, then open the lid, stir up for a seconds.
Rice is ready for serving. Good taste if serving hot

Black rice is nutritious, rich of iron, vitamin E, and is a source of antioxidants. Rice has a mild nutty flavor. It is interesting to know that when rice is cooked it becomes purple.

Origin - Thailand.
Packing - 25 kg, 50 kg bags.

While not as common as other types of rice, black rice is the highest in antioxidant activity and contains more protein than brown rice.
As such, eating it may offer several health benefits, including boosting eye and heart health, protecting against certain forms of cancer, and aiding weight loss.
Black rice is more than just a nutritious grain. When cooked, its deep purple color can turn even the most basic meal into a visually stunning dish.

Specifications
Product Black Rice
Purity - 95.00%
Natural Admixture - 1.00%
Length Less Than 6.50 MM
Moisture Less Than 14%
Broken 5%
Chalky 10%
Foreign Matter 0.01%
Damaged Discolored 1%
Packing: 25 Kg/ 30 Kg/ 50 Kg PP Bag

Season /availability - Year Round available

Gluten Free Rice

Karun Kuruvai looks red in colour but belongs to black rice variety. Karunguruvai rice has many medicinal properties and it cures many diseases. Karun Kuruvai is well known to treat Elephantiasis arthritis and chickenpox. It is also called as Indian â??Vyagraâ??. Karun Kuruvai boosts immune system and strengthens nervous system. Karunguruvai can be used and consumed everyday like normal rice.


Health Benefits of karunkuruvai rice

Karunkuruvai given to patients with chicken pox
It cures ARTHRITIS
Removes all impurities and toxins from our body
Karung kuruvai is used to treat ELEPHANTIASIS
It controls diabetes and removes bad CHOLESTROL
It improves the immunity of the whole body system

Organic Black Rice

Oryzainds Organic Black Rice uses a variety of quality black rice. In the past, black rice was dubbed the Forbidden Rice during which only certain groups were able to consume this type of rice variety. Its black color comes from the colored pigments of anthocyanin which gives this rice variant its high antioxidant content. Oryzaind's Organic Black Rice contains higher levels of protein and iron than other types of rice varieties. The addition of minerals from Mount Galunggung's foothills makes the black rice the most sought-after rice variety in the world!

The magical thing about black rice is that it can do all of this without any harmful side effects such as those that you might find in the current prescription available from your physician High in nutritional value, black rice is rich in iron and high in fibre. With rich protein, Black Kavuni Rice could be the best alternative for regular rice varieties. Karuppu kavuni rice can be useful in the preparation of Dosa, Idly, and Puttu.

Specification:

Packaging Size: 1- 25 kg
Packaging Type: Plastic Bag, Stand-up Pouches, Jute bags
Variety Available: Long-Grain rice
Brand: Yureka Foods and Private labels as per customer requirement
Delivery Time: Within India, 4-7 Days from the date of order, for other countries10-20 days depending on the location.

Black Rice
Black rice, also known as forbidden rice, is a nutrient-rich, whole-grain variety prized for its deep black-purple hue and slightly nutty flavor. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and essential minerals, black rice is a wholesome choice for health-conscious consumers.

Key Features:
Rich in Antioxidants Contains anthocyanins, the same powerful compounds found in blueberries, promoting overall wellness.
High in Fiber Supports digestion and helps maintain a healthy gut.
Gluten-Free & Vegan Ideal for gluten-sensitive individuals and plant-based diets.
Low Glycemic Index Helps regulate blood sugar levels, making it a great choice for diabetics.
Versatile & Delicious Perfect for salads, stir-fries, sushi, porridge, and even desserts.

Usage Instructions:
1. Rinse thoroughly before cooking.
2. Use a 2:1 water-to-rice ratio.
3. Simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender.
4. Fluff with a fork and enjoy!
Experience the rich taste and incredible health benefits of black rice in your everyday meals.

Black rice is a kind of rice for both medicine and food, which belongs to glutinous rice. Black rice is a kind of characteristic variety formed by long-term cultivation of gramineous plant rice. There are two types of grain types, Indica and japonica, and the grain quality can be divided into waxy and non waxy. Brown rice is black or brown. Black rice is dark in appearance and rich in nutrition. It has the reputation of "Black Pearl" and "the king of rice in the world". Many places in China have production, including Shaanxi black rice, Guizhou black glutinous rice, Hunan black rice, etc. Black rice is black or dark brown, rich in nutrition, high in food and medical value. In addition to porridge, it can also make various nutritious food and wine, known as "Black Pearl" and "the king of rice in the world". The most representative black rice in Yangxian County, Shaanxi Province, has been known as "medicine rice", "Gongmi" and "shoumi" since ancient times.

Unveil the allure of ancient grains with our Black Rice, a culinary treasure revered for its striking appearance, nutty flavor, and exceptional nutritional benefits. Also known as forbidden rice or Emperor's rice, this rare variety has been cultivated for centuries and is celebrated for its unique taste and health-promoting properties.

Exquisite Quality:
Handpicked from select farms renowned for their commitment to quality, our Black Rice exemplifies excellence in every aspect. Each grain undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure uniformity in size, shape, and color, resulting in a product that consistently meets the highest standards of taste, texture, and purity.

Intriguing Appearance:
With its deep, ebony hue and glossy sheen, our Black Rice captivates the senses and adds a dramatic flair to any dish. Whether served as a standalone side or incorporated into colorful salads and pilafs, its striking appearance makes a bold statement on the plate, elevating the visual appeal of your culinary creations.

Rich Nutritional Profile:
Renowned for its superior nutritional profile, Black Rice is packed with antioxidants, fiber, and essential nutrients. Its deep color is indicative of high levels of anthocyanins, potent antioxidants that help combat inflammation and promote overall health. Additionally, Black Rice is a good source of iron, protein, and complex carbohydrates, making it a nourishing choice for individuals seeking a wholesome and balanced diet.

Distinctive Flavor Profile:
Characterized by a nutty and slightly sweet flavor, our Black Rice adds depth and complexity to a variety of dishes. Whether paired with savory ingredients in risottos and stir-fries or incorporated into sweet treats like puddings and desserts, its unique taste profile enhances the overall culinary experience, tantalizing the taste buds with each bite.

Versatile Culinary Applications:
From gourmet cuisine to everyday meals, Black Rice offers endless possibilities in the kitchen. Its hearty texture and robust flavor make it a versatile ingredient that complements a wide range of flavors and cooking styles. Whether you're exploring new culinary creations or adding a twist to classic recipes, Black Rice is sure to inspire creativity and delight your palate.

Indulge in the allure of our Black Rice and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates tradition, flavor, and nutrition. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an adventurous home cook, our Black Rice invites you to discover the magic of ancient grains and create memorable dining experiences that delight the senses and nourish the body.

Product Description -
Its a Good source of several nutrients.like� antioxidants and anthocyanin which may boost� heart health and consuming it would be good for anticancer activities. Containing it also beneficial for improvement on eye health and it helps to make weight loss.

Price of product ( USD price or FOB price) -
Negotiable

Product origin -
India

Key Specifications/Special Features -
Color : Black
Specialty : Gluten Free
Storage Instruction : Store at Cool and Dry Place
Usage/Application : Helps Regulate The Bowel Movements, Prevent Constipation, Diarrhea & Bloating.
Shelf Life : Two Years
Type OrganicCertification SGS and As buyer Require
Place of Origin Chennai, - India
Port Of Loading Cheenai
Payment Term Advance,TT, LC
Delivery Time Shipment within 10 working "

Minimum Order Size and Packaging details -
Packaging 25 or 50 Kg in jute bag , Minimum Order Quantity 500 Kg

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

IDENTIFICATION DESCRIPTION
Product Name : Black Rice
Supplier : Samasta Foods. Pvt. Ltd.
Address : Plot No.113-114 Solitaire Industrial Park, N.H.8, Ajmer Road, Village- Dehmi Kalan, Sanganer, Jaipur, Rajasthan303007
Part Used : Seeds
Country of Origin : India
Allergen/Non Allergen : Non Allergen.
Storage Store : in a cool and dry place
Shelf Life : 2 years
Color : Since it is a Plant product, there is likely to be minor color variation from batch to batch of the Product because of the
geographical and seasonal variations of the Raw Material.

Physical Parameters Standard
Appearance : Characteristic Black
Aroma : Good
Cooking : Good
Husk : Nil
Paddy Grain : Nil
Moisture: NMT 14 %
Chalky grain : NMT 5%
Broken : NMT 5%
Length : 5-5.4mm
Infested : Nil

\"Traditional rice\" can refer to heirloom or indigenous strains that are naturally grown without heavy genetic modification. High in fibre, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. A low glycemic index helps to stabilize blood sugar levels making it an ideal food for health consciousness

Available rice: Black rice, Red rice, and other variants

Black rice is particularly deep, dark in color, is a rarity in the food world. That dark color is due to an excess of Anthocyanin, a powerful antioxidant. Black Rice has a delicious nutty taste, enchanting aromas, and excellent health benefits that make it a new alternative to white and brown rice. Black rice has a spectacularly high level of Anthocyanin (more than red rice), which is why it is valued as an extremely healthy food. It also is relatively complicated to grow, in terms of yield.

- Expiry date: 12 months
- Specifications: 5gr filter bag
- INGREDIENTS: mulberry, black goji berries, black sesame, black rice, black beans
- USES:
+ Beauty care lose weight, purify skin.
+ Control sugar levels
- Products are fresh, guaranteed quality, long shelf life
- Products of 100% origin % from nature.

Origin : Mekong, Vietnam

SPECIFICATION :BLACK RICE
Broken :5% max
Moisture :14.5% max
Foreign matter :0.1% max
Purity Glutinous rice :97% min
Damaged kernel :0.5% max
Average length of grain :7.2mm

Brown rice is a whole grain rice with the inedible outer hull removed. White rice is the same grain without the hull, the bran layer, and the cereal germ. Red rice, gold rice, and black rice (also called purple rice) are all whole rices with differently pigmented outer layers.

Brown rice is whole grain rice, with the inedible outer hull removed; white rice is the same grain with the hull, bran layer and cereal germ removed. Red rice, gold rice, and black rice (sometimes known as purple rice) are all whole rices, but with a differently-pigmented outer layer.

Packaging sizes: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg, 50kg, bulk

Our company offers the following types of rice from Vietnam for export. Prices from the manufacturer:

Exotic types of rice:
- Red rice
- Black rice
- Brown rice
- Purple Rice


MOQ: (01) one container. Our prices are based on FOB Ho Chi Minh port (Incoterms-2010) and are preliminary. The final cost of each product will be agreed upon depending on the volume of the lot. But we also organize logistics to any port.

Shipment by sea on terms of CIF port and FOB from Ho Chi Minh, Cat Lai port, Haiphong port, and Vung Tau port in Vietnam, placing in 20 feet and 40 feet containers.

Air shipments from Ho Chi Minh Airport from 1000 to 5000 kg. to various cities according to the flight schedule. We have the opportunity to send frozen goods by air from 3000 to 5000 kg per flight.

Our terms of cooperation and payment method:
- Payment - 30% prepayment and 70% against scanned original documents
- L/C 100%

Loading time: 10 days after receiving the advance payment or opening the original letter of credit.
Inspection: Sunrise/SGS/Cotecna/Vinacontrol by Seller's choice
Certificates: ISO 22000:2018, HACCP, FSSC 22000, FDA, HALAL.

Contacts:
Le Daniel - Sales Department
WhatsApp: + 84 90 750 2951

Black Rice (Karuppu Kavuni Rice)
Black rice is know to contain the highest amount of antioxidants, protein and dietary fiber of all rices varieties couple with lower carbohydrate than ordinary rice with high iron-content. Not only is Black rice richest in powerful disease-fighting antioxidants, but it also contains dietary fiber, anti-inflammatory properties, and is known to to help stop the development of diabetes, cancer, heart disease and even weight gain.

Black rice has been eaten in regions of Asia for thousands of years; in fact for centuries it was reserved for only Chinese royalty. Today this type of rice is picking up in popularity and popping up in more health food stores across the US, Australia, and Europe, as people discover the numerous health benefits that whole grain black rice has to offer.

Black derives its rich color from phytochemicals, Anthocyanins and Tocols, which are located in the inner portion of the rice bran. Since this is an unpolished variety, there will be color loss when soaked in water. Its very natural for all unpolished rice to leave color (even in white rice color is left and hence the water is pale white / hazy). The color comes from the bran and all bran.

Nutrition Facts: 8.5 protein, 3.5 iron, 4.9 fiber, and the highest amount of antioxidants of any rice variety.

Uses: Best suited for steaming, boiling or baking for weight loss or diabetic diets. Porridge, bread, dessert, sushi rolls, rice bread salad and hand rolls.

Did you know: Research suggests that just a spoonful of black rice bran contains more health promoting anthocyanin antioxidants than are found in a spoonful of blueberries, but with less sugar and more fiber and vitamin E antioxidants.

Nutritional info : calories 11.0,carbohydrates 1.5g,Protein 1.5g

Exponway is the provider of Organic Rice and Vegetables. Some of the Organic products are like Black Rice, Brown Rice and Red Rice etc. We are also provider of Indian flavored rice like Gobindabhog, Sonamasuri and other kind of rice.

Parboiled rice is rice that has been partially boiled in the husk. The three basic steps of parboiling are soaking, steaming and drying. These steps make the rice easier to process by hand, while also boosting its nutritional profile, changing its texture, and making it more resistant to weevils. Parboiled rice has double the fiber than you'd get from cooked white rice. It has a low glycemic score of 38, compared with a high 89 for white rice, notes Harvard Health Publications. A low glycemic score indicates that the carbohydrates in parboiled rice do not cause a large spike in blood sugar. The ideal ratio for cooking Parboiled Rice is 2�¼:1, which means 2 �¼ cups of water per each cup of rice. This rice can be cooked over the stove, in a rice cooker, slow cooker or even in the microwave. Flavor Tip: For even more flavor in all of your dishes, cook your rice in water or broth with seasonings and herbs. In cooler storage areas rice sealed in oxygen-free containers can be stored for up to 30 years. A BYU study sampling polished rice and parboiled rice stored from 1 to 30 years found that both types of rice will keep their nutrients and flavor up to 30 years. Parboiled rice is also a source of iron and calcium. Compared to white rice, parboiled rice has fewer calories, fewer carbohydrates, more fiber, and more protein. This makes it a healthier alternative to traditional white rice. The instant rice is then â??cookedâ?? simply by rehydrating the rice for several minutes, and is then ready to serve. Parboiled rice, however, is not actually cooked during the process and can take longer to cook during preparation. The process of parboiling allows the rice to retain more of the vitamins and minerals from the original grain. The procedure alters the texture and guarantees a more separate and firm grain upon cooking. Parboiled brown rice is more nutritious than parboiled white rice but doesn't contain as much magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and folate as brown rice, according to the USDA, so between the two, you're better off with regular brown rice.

So when it comes to nutrition value, basmati rice has parboiled rice beat by a mile. Healthy and tasty will always be better than just healthy rice. Research shows that black rice has the highest antioxidant activity of all the varieties, making it a nutritious choice ( 7 ). Antioxidants are compounds that protect cells from damage caused by an excess of molecules called free radicals, which contribute to a condition known as oxidative stress. Parboiled rice begins even before the hull is removed. This rice is a great happy medium between different varieties because it offers a more subtle flavor than white rice as well as more of the original vitamins and minerals found in rice grains without the nutty flavor of whole grain brown rice.