Organic Black Rice Flour

Organic black rice flour is made from finely ground organic black rice, a type of whole grain rice. Black rice, also known as forbidden rice, gets its dark color from anthocyanins, the same antioxidants found in blueberries and blackberries. The flour retains the whole grain, including the bran and germ.

Manufacturers use organic black rice flour as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour in baked goods like crackers, cookies, and pasta. Its natural dark color can also be used to add visual appeal to food products. It's often found in gluten-free snack foods and noodles.

Organic black rice flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of fiber, iron, and antioxidants, which are beneficial nutrients. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various rice products, but specific evaluations for black rice flour are not widely publicized. Evidence suggests that whole grains, including black rice, contribute positively to a balanced diet.