Black Rice Pudding

Black Rice Pudding, often called 'Forbidden Rice Pudding' or 'Black Glutinous Rice Pudding,' is a rich and creamy dessert made from black glutinous rice cooked with coconut milk, palm sugar, and often infused with pandan leaves. It is a beloved sweet treat originating from Southeast Asia, particularly popular in countries like Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the rice and natural sugars, with a moderate amount of healthy fats from the coconut milk. It provides notable fiber, antioxidants (especially anthocyanins from the black rice), and minerals like iron and manganese, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	60 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	20 g
Sodium	50 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Zinc	1.1 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The deep purple-black color of the rice comes from anthocyanins, the same powerful antioxidants found in blueberries, making it a nutritionally vibrant dessert. Culturally, it was historically reserved for royalty in ancient Asia due to the rice's rarity, adding a layer of historical prestige to its modern-day enjoyment.