A BRIEF ABOUT BLACK RICE  The black rice used in this recipe are unpolished and naturally grown from North-East India. Black rice have high dietary fiber and nutritional value. It is gluten free and diabetic friendly. Black rice also known as forbidden rice or purple rice is a medium-grain, heirloom rice with a deep purple hue and a nutty, slightly sweet flavor. It has high antioxidant quotient. Antioxidants boost immunity levels and help your body stave off various ailments and infections better. The antioxidants also help discard toxins from body. Studies have revealed eating black rice can also help keep some dreaded ailments at bay. The texture of black rice is a bit heavier as compared to other varieties of rice but its natural flavour is rich and sweet. It has a pleasant and nutty flavour. It goes very well with coconut milk for making sweetened desserts and puddings. A variety of dishes can be prepared with black rice like desserts, puddings, cakes, bread, salad, one-pot meals, wine etc. Black in colour when harvested, once cooked it turns deep purple Black rice takes longer time to cook than white rice so to cut down on cooking time, soak it overnight or much before you start cooking. HEALTH BENEFITS OF BLACK RICE:  If you try a research on the health and nutritional benefits of black rice you will be amaze to know how this superfood really benefits us in regards to our health. Black rice is known for its nutritional benefits. Some of the nutrients rich in black rice are antioxidants, fiber, protein, iron etc.   A BRIEF ABOUT THE RECIPE: The black rice is washed and soaked in water for 3-4 hours or overnight, then drain the water and allow to dry slightly. The rice is then dry roasted until it starts to crackle and once cool down grind them into a powder. The stuffing used is ghee roasted nuts, dry fruits and coconut. The ground rice is cooked in milk and milkmaid for couple of minutes. Then take small portion of the mixture, roll and add the stuffing and roll them into a ladoo. The LADOOS are then coated with coconut and dried rose petal mixture. Enjoy!

 

A healthier and nutritious ladoo made with black rice and stuffed with dry fruits, nuts and grated coconut. A super delicious sweet treat for your loved one anytime of the year. This also serves as a great sweet treat during festive seasons.

This is a great recipe that is not delicious and irresistible but also super healthy and nutritious. It's a nutrients rich ladoo not only from the black rice but from the nuts as well. It’s the perfect snacks for the evening, morning or even pre-workout sessions. An ideal nutritional snack for children and the entire family. #EatClickShare