Black Rice Beans
Named for their unique shape and small size, rice beans are a versatile, quick-cooking legume with a mild flavor and firm texture. The distinctive dark color of our Black Rice Beans makes them a striking addition to salads, soups and rice dishes.
Suggested uses
Basic prep
Carefully sort beans and rinse thoroughly. Place in a pot and cover with water by 4 inches. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. Drain.
Storage & handling
Store in a dry, cool place.
Ingredients
Black rice beans
Black Rice Beans (Vigna umbellata) are small rice-shaped beans thought to be native to China. Closely related to the adzuki bean, rice beans grow on a dwarf bean plant that produces small, tender green pods, which can be eaten whole when fresh. When dried, these capsule-shaped beans are only 1/4-inch long and their shape resembles a giant grain of rice. Black Rice Beans have a mild flavor, firm texture and striking dark color, making them a visually appealing variety to add to salads and rice dishes. Because they cook in only 20 to 25 minutes with no need for soaking, rice beans are also great for quick meals.
Rice beans are members of the larger family of legumes, plants grown for their edible seeds and pods. Beans, like many other legumes, are typically a good source of protein, minerals and fiber, while also being low in fat.
Classic recipe
Chunky Black Bean Dip
Black Rice Beans are perfect for this thick and lush dip bursting with fresh flavor and texture. The little rice beans are a tender contrast to the crunchy peppers and onions while the chunky avocado vinaigrette holds it all together.
