CHINESE BLACK RICE

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You'll want something to sop up the sauce of the fricassee, and this chewy rice, classically Chinese but currently making its way across Paris, offers a gorgeous texture and color contrast.

Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Rice     Side     Simmer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Low Sugar     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 cups Chinese black rice
3 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • Rinse rice in a sieve under cold running water until water runs clear.
  • Bring rice, water (3 1/2 cups), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to a boil in a 2 2 1/2- to 3-quarts heavy saucepan, uncovered, over medium-high heat. Cover and reduce heat to low, then cook until rice is tender and most of water has been absorbed, about 35 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

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