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product_id: 29236032
title: "Forbidden Black Rice by Lotus Foods (15 ounce)"
brand: "lotus farms"
price: "€ 25.86"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/29236032-forbidden-black-rice-by-lotus-foods-15-ounce
store_origin: GR
region: Greece
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# Deep purple color when cooked Rich in antioxidants & whole grains 15 oz premium pack Forbidden Black Rice by Lotus Foods (15 ounce)

**Brand:** lotus farms
**Price:** € 25.86
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Elevate your meals with the forbidden allure of black rice!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Forbidden Black Rice by Lotus Foods (15 ounce) by lotus farms
- **How much does it cost?** € 25.86 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/29236032-forbidden-black-rice-by-lotus-foods-15-ounce)

## Best For

- lotus farms enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lotus farms brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Nutrient Powerhouse:** Packed with antioxidants and whole-grain nutrients to fuel your busy lifestyle.
- • **Versatile Culinary Star:** Perfect for everything from vibrant salads to indulgent desserts.
- • **Exclusive Pantry Upgrade:** 15 oz premium packaging ensures you’re always ready to impress your guests.
- • **Flavor That Speaks Volumes:** Naturally nutty and subtly sweet, elevating both savory and sweet creations.
- • **Visual Feast in Every Grain:** Transforms dishes with a stunning deep purple hue that demands attention.

## Overview

Forbidden Black Rice by Lotus Foods is a 15-ounce premium whole grain rice that cooks to a striking deep purple color. Naturally nutty and slightly sweet, it’s rich in antioxidants and whole-grain nutrients, making it a nutritious and visually captivating choice for a variety of dishes, from savory meals to desserts.

## Description

A distinctive black rice known for its striking deep purple hue when cooked and its naturally nutty, slightly sweet flavor. Rich in antioxidants and whole-grain goodness, this rice makes a nutritious and visually stunning addition to both savory and sweet dishes. Ideal for rice bowls, stir-fries, salads, and desserts.

## Features

- 15 oz package of premium black rice
- Naturally nutty, slightly sweet flavor
- Rich in antioxidants and whole-grain nutrients
- Cooks to a deep purple color for striking presentation
- Perfect for savory meals, salads, and desserts

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Lotus Farms
- **Unit Count:** 15.0 Ounce
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Package Weight:** 15 Ounces
- **Variety:** Rice

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!!!!
*by C***E on September 20, 2020*

I was introduced to Forbidden rice about months ago, and I have fallen in love with it. I love rice but I know white rice is not healthy for you. So when I had some Forbidden rice and realized JUST HOW GOOD IT IS, I switched over. IT IS REALLY REALLY GOOD.

### ⭐ STOP, Read my review before consuming this product
*by C***R on September 11, 2012*

Ask a Chinese friend about "forbidden rice" (禁米), unless they are history buff like myself, they will give you a puzzled look. The term refers to an obscure trade policy during Manchurian dynasty, not an exotic rice. I will not going to bore you with history here.The story about emperor depriving commoners of red rice is a hoax made in America, like the legion of fortune cookies. Most fortune cookies are made in a wholesome factory near Atlanta. We trust that fortune cookies are safe to eat. "Forbidden rice?"There is a red rice in China, dark red, close to red bean. The color varies from gran to gran. Its thick bran provides a pleasant nutty flavor and al dente texture. The color does not come off easily. You can get them from Chinese grocery store.What is sold as "forbidden rice" at Amazon and Costco has a uniformed black to deep purple color. It appears to be rice over-milled, dyed, and polished. Drop a few grains in water, you can see color coming off. And the color tent to sink to the bottom. That is a easy tell tail. When cooked, the favor and texture of bran are absent. If they use red rice, they have milled away its bran to make the rice easy to dye.There is nothing wrong with using food coloring. But is the ink FDA approved? We do not know. The label does not say.I am returning mine to Costco. I will ask Costco to pull it off the shelf.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A new study, led by Japanese researchers, analyzed ...
*by B***A on March 19, 2016*

A new study, led by Japanese researchers, analyzed the genome of 21 black rice varieties (as well as some similar white and red rice types, for comparison) to try to find out more about how some rice ended up black, and why. They found that black rice all originates from Japanese rice, and found the specific gene that has gone haywire in black rice, triggering the plant to produce large amounts of anthocyanin. The theory is now that black rice is naturally occurring, but only as a mutation, and that it was kept and made into a reliable source by humans crossbreeding black rice mutants to produce more.

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*Store origin: GR*
*Last updated: 2026-03-04*