Riso al Nero di Seppia

Riso al Nero di Seppia is a strikingly beautiful Italian dish made with rice infused with the rich umami flavor of cuttlefish ink, transformed into a vegan delight using black rice and seaweed. This dish not only pleases the eye with its deep black color but also offers a unique and savory taste experience that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Black rice - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Nori seaweed sheets - 2 sheets, torn into pieces
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallot - 1 small, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the black rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and chopped shallot until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the soaked rice to the pot and stir for 1-2 minutes to coat the grains in the oil and aromatics.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
5. While the rice is cooking, in a separate pan, lightly sauté the halved cherry tomatoes in a little olive oil until they soften, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the torn nori sheets to the rice during the last 5 minutes of cooking, stirring to combine.
7. Once the rice is done, remove it from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and season with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve the rice hot, topped with the sautéed cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in antioxidants from black rice, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Rich in fiber, supporting digestive health.

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