Black Rice Drink (Forbidden Rice Tea)

Ingredients

• ½ cup black rice
• 4 cups (1 liter) water
• 1 small cinnamon stick (optional)
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
• Lemon slice for serving (optional)

Preparation Method

1. Rinse the black rice thoroughly under cold water.
2. Add the rice and water to a saucepan.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30–40 minutes, until the water becomes deep purple-red.
4. If using cinnamon, add it during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
5. Strain the liquid into a pitcher or mug.
6. Sweeten with honey or maple syrup if desired.
7. Serve warm or chill in the refrigerator and enjoy cold.

Serving

• Drink 1 cup (240 ml) once daily as part of a balanced diet.
• The cooked black rice can be saved and eaten with meals to avoid waste.