Guest guest Posted May 24, 2012 Report Share Posted May 24, 2012 i think I'll try that. The purple potatoes are high in nutrition too. I've tried them but maybe it is just the appearance but doesn't seem as appetizing as the yellow or white ones to me. It is interesting to have som small purple, white, red and yellow potatoes all roasted or boiled and in a bowl. There are different colors of carrots too, but I haven't tried them yet. Don't see them much. I may try to plant some. Carolyn Wilkerson  To: sproutpeople Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2012 9:56 PM Subject: Forbidden rice  , No I dont use the small package. I get it from my whole foods Co-op. Everything they have there is supposed to be organic and thye sell it from bulk bins so I buy as little or as much as I want at the time. I have sprouted other items I have gotten from them that is sold this way too so I dont know if something has been done to it. However I have not sprouted or tried to sprout any other kind of Rice they sell. Carolyn, Here is a link for info about Forbidden rice that you might like. http://www.lotusfoods.com/Organic-Forbidden-Rice/p/LOT-10260 & c=LotusFoods@Organi\ c?gclid=CIejnKymmrACFUMCQAodOTUAYA From what I understand it was called forbidden because only the emperor was allowed to eat it. However now it is available all over, however I have heard that some people who grow it/ live where it originated refuse to eat it because it is taboo to them. It is a black rice and yes it stays purple when you cook it, as well as the soak water turns a dark purple/black. It is very delicious and nutty in flavor. I love it plus the nutritional value is awesome! Here is some info about it: Black rice is high in nutritional value and contains 18 amino acids, iron[citation needed], zinc, copper, carotene, anthocyanin and several important vitamins. The grain has a similar amount of fiber to brown rice[1] and like brown rice, has a mild, nutty taste. In China, black rice is claimed to be good for the kidney, stomach and liver[citation needed]; these claims have not been independently verified or established. Forbidden Rice, also referred to as black rice, is a short-grain heirloom rice from Asia. It's actually purple in color, due to it's high content of anthocyanins (phytonutrients). According to Lotus Foods (the brand I bought): " Legend tells us that Forbidden Rice was once grown exclusively for the Emperors of China to enrich their health and ensure their longevity. Today, this heirloom rice is prized for its fragrant aroma, nutty taste, deep purple color and nutritional value. It pairs beautifully with fish, meat and colorful vegetables. An everyday favorite – use steamed, in pilafs, stir-fries, and salads. " The Nutritional Information for 1/4 cup dry (3/4 cup cooked) is: 160 calories, 1.5 grams fat, 34 grams carbohydrate, 2 grams fiber, 5 grams protein, and 4% iron. Hope this helped Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 24, 2012 Report Share Posted May 24, 2012 Those 34 grams of carbs are a no-no for diabetics. At least I think so!!! But it sounds heavenly. Melody > > i think I'll try that. The purple potatoes are high in nutrition too. I've tried them but maybe it is just the appearance but doesn't seem as appetizing as the yellow or white ones to me. It is interesting to have som small purple, white, red and yellow potatoes all roasted or boiled and in a bowl. There are different colors of carrots too, but I haven't tried them yet. Don't see them much. I may try to plant some. > > > Carolyn Wilkerson > > >  > > > To: sproutpeople > Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2012 9:56 PM > Subject: Forbidden rice > > >  > , No I dont use the small package. I get it from my whole foods Co-op. Everything they have there is supposed to be organic and thye sell it from bulk bins so I buy as little or as much as I want at the time. I have sprouted other items I have gotten from them that is sold this way too so I dont know if something has been done to it. However I have not sprouted or tried to sprout any other kind of Rice they sell. > > Carolyn, > > Here is a link for info about Forbidden rice that you might like. http://www.lotusfoods.com/Organic-Forbidden-Rice/p/LOT-10260 & c=LotusFoods@Organi\ c?gclid=CIejnKymmrACFUMCQAodOTUAYA > > From what I understand it was called forbidden because only the emperor was allowed to eat it. However now it is available all over, however I have heard that some people who grow it/ live where it originated refuse to eat it because it is taboo to them. It is a black rice and yes it stays purple when you cook it, as well as the soak water turns a dark purple/black. It is very delicious and nutty in flavor. I love it plus the nutritional value is awesome! > > Here is some info about it: > > Black rice is high in nutritional value and contains 18 amino acids, iron[citation needed], zinc, copper, carotene, anthocyanin and several important vitamins. The grain has a similar amount of fiber to brown rice[1] and like brown rice, has a mild, nutty taste. In China, black rice is claimed to be good for the kidney, stomach and liver[citation needed]; these claims have not been independently verified or established. > > Forbidden Rice, also referred to as black rice, is a short-grain heirloom rice from Asia. It's actually purple in color, due to it's high content of anthocyanins (phytonutrients). According to Lotus Foods (the brand I bought): > > " Legend tells us that Forbidden Rice was once grown exclusively for the Emperors of China to enrich their health and ensure their longevity. Today, this heirloom rice is prized for its fragrant aroma, nutty taste, deep purple color and nutritional value. It pairs beautifully with fish, meat and colorful vegetables. An everyday favorite †" use steamed, in pilafs, stir-fries, and salads. " > > The Nutritional Information for 1/4 cup dry (3/4 cup cooked) is: 160 calories, 1.5 grams fat, 34 grams carbohydrate, 2 grams fiber, 5 grams protein, and 4% iron. > > Hope this helped > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 24, 2012 Report Share Posted May 24, 2012 Those 34 grams of carbs are a no-no for diabetics. At least I think so!!! But it sounds heavenly. Melody > > i think I'll try that. The purple potatoes are high in nutrition too. I've tried them but maybe it is just the appearance but doesn't seem as appetizing as the yellow or white ones to me. It is interesting to have som small purple, white, red and yellow potatoes all roasted or boiled and in a bowl. There are different colors of carrots too, but I haven't tried them yet. Don't see them much. I may try to plant some. > > > Carolyn Wilkerson > > >  > > > To: sproutpeople > Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2012 9:56 PM > Subject: Forbidden rice > > >  > , No I dont use the small package. I get it from my whole foods Co-op. Everything they have there is supposed to be organic and thye sell it from bulk bins so I buy as little or as much as I want at the time. I have sprouted other items I have gotten from them that is sold this way too so I dont know if something has been done to it. However I have not sprouted or tried to sprout any other kind of Rice they sell. > > Carolyn, > > Here is a link for info about Forbidden rice that you might like. http://www.lotusfoods.com/Organic-Forbidden-Rice/p/LOT-10260 & c=LotusFoods@Organi\ c?gclid=CIejnKymmrACFUMCQAodOTUAYA > > From what I understand it was called forbidden because only the emperor was allowed to eat it. However now it is available all over, however I have heard that some people who grow it/ live where it originated refuse to eat it because it is taboo to them. It is a black rice and yes it stays purple when you cook it, as well as the soak water turns a dark purple/black. It is very delicious and nutty in flavor. I love it plus the nutritional value is awesome! > > Here is some info about it: > > Black rice is high in nutritional value and contains 18 amino acids, iron[citation needed], zinc, copper, carotene, anthocyanin and several important vitamins. The grain has a similar amount of fiber to brown rice[1] and like brown rice, has a mild, nutty taste. In China, black rice is claimed to be good for the kidney, stomach and liver[citation needed]; these claims have not been independently verified or established. > > Forbidden Rice, also referred to as black rice, is a short-grain heirloom rice from Asia. It's actually purple in color, due to it's high content of anthocyanins (phytonutrients). According to Lotus Foods (the brand I bought): > > " Legend tells us that Forbidden Rice was once grown exclusively for the Emperors of China to enrich their health and ensure their longevity. Today, this heirloom rice is prized for its fragrant aroma, nutty taste, deep purple color and nutritional value. It pairs beautifully with fish, meat and colorful vegetables. An everyday favorite †" use steamed, in pilafs, stir-fries, and salads. " > > The Nutritional Information for 1/4 cup dry (3/4 cup cooked) is: 160 calories, 1.5 grams fat, 34 grams carbohydrate, 2 grams fiber, 5 grams protein, and 4% iron. > > Hope this helped > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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