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Organic Black Rice, also known as “Forbidden Rice” or “Longevity Rice,” is an exotic rice variety traditionally grown in the North Eastern regions of India. This naturally pigmented rice is rich in antioxidants, minerals, carbohydrates, and dietary fiber. With its distinctive nutty flavour and dark purple-black colour, black rice is regarded as a superfood and is associated with various health benefits, including support for heart health and overall wellness.
Nutritional values per 100 grams of Organic Black Rice
| Nutrient | Amount (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Energy | 350–360 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 75–78 g |
| Protein | 8–9 g |
| Fat | 2.0–3.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3–4 g |
| Characteristics |
|---|
| Naturally pigmented grains rich in antioxidants. |
| Nutty flavour with a slightly chewy texture when cooked. |
| Considered a functional food with high nutritional value. |
| Whole grain rice retaining bran and natural nutrients. |
| Suitable for health-focused and specialty diets. |
| Applications |
|---|
| Used in health-oriented and functional food products. |
| Suitable for gourmet and specialty rice preparations. |
| Used in salads, rice bowls, and premium culinary dishes. |
| Applied in wellness and superfood meal formulations. |
| Preferred in organic and natural food ranges. |
| Sensory Parameters |
|---|
| Appearance: Uniform whole grains |
| Colour: Natural black to deep purple |
| Taste: Typical, characteristic with nutty notes |
| Aroma: Clean and natural; free from off-odour |
| Physicochemical Parameters |
|---|
| Length ≥ 6.5 mm |
| Broken ≤ 5% |
| Chalky ≤ 7% |
| Paddy Grains: Max. 1 grain per 2 kg |
| Damaged / Discoloured ≤ 1% |
| Foreign Matter ≤ 0.01% |
| Admixture ≤ 1% |
| Stones: Nil |
| Live / Dead Infestation: Nil |
| Green Grains: Nil |
| Red Grains: Nil |
| Moisture ≤ 14% |
| Food Safety | |
|---|---|
| GMO / Radiation / Allergen: No | |
| Pesticide Residue / Heavy Metal / Aflatoxin: As per EU / USDA Regulations | |
| Shelf Life: 24 Months in a sealed pack temperature-controlled environment | |
| Gluten: Gluten Free (As per EU / USDA Regulations) | |
| Salmonella (per 25g): Absent | |
| E. coli (per g) < 10 |
| Packaging & Storage | |
|---|---|
| Packaging (SKUs): 1000 Kg / 25 Kg or as per buyer's requirement | |
| Storage: Must be stored in cool and dry area on pallets. | |
| Ambient temperature not to be exposed to sunlight. | |
| Cool temperature less than 22 °C is preferred for a long storage. |
| Acceptable For | |
|---|---|
| Vegetarians: Yes | |
| Lacto-vegetarians: Yes | |
| Vegans: Yes | |
| Kosher-certified: Yes | |
| Halal-certified: Yes |
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