Forbidden rice is so wonderfully amazing. With its chewy texture and deep purple hue, it is as striking as it is tasty.
If you have not yet experienced the taste/texture/greatness of Forbidden rice, it’s worth tracking down. It is, without a doubt, the best rice I have ever enjoyed… and it’s practically black. Very cool.
Category Archives: Rice dishes
Forbidden Rice Salad
Also posted in Gluten-Free, Side dishes, salads Tagged forbidden rice, Gluten-Free, rice, salad, vegan 15 Comments
Vegan Hoppin’ John
Since it is New Year’s Eve, I find it necessary to offer up a nice black-eyed pea recipe. Black eyed peas are traditionally eaten in the United States on New Year’s Day to bring prosperity for the upcoming new year. This recipe is similar to a traditional Hoppin’ John recipe but, it has a [...]
Also posted in Gluten-Free, dinner Tagged black eyed peas, hoppin' john, New Years's Day, rice, vegan 2 Comments
Jeweled Basmati Rice
This is a simple and elegant dish that will work in just about any circumstance, whether it be a main dish, side dish, or holiday take along. I was inspired by looking at some beautiful photographs of foods from Iran. I love the color combination of the pistachios and cranberries, along with the lovely orange-y [...]
Also posted in Side dishes, dinner Tagged basmati, carrots, cranberries, pistachios, rice, saffron, turmeric, vegan, veganmofo 2009 6 Comments
Spanish Rice
This is the only recipe I have ever used for Spanish Rice. In fact, this was one of the first recipes I learned to cook as a wee teenager. (Im still much better at baking :) I have no clue as to its authenticity, but it sure does taste awesome. Very simple to make, and [...]
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