White Rice with Black Sesame Seeds

Elevate your next meal with the simple yet flavorful allure of White Rice with Black Sesame Seeds. This quick and easy recipe transforms basic white rice into a fragrant and visually stunning dish, perfect for any occasion. The fluffy, perfectly steamed rice is complemented by the nutty aroma of toasted black sesame seeds, adding a subtle crunch and rich depth of flavor. With just four ingredients and minimal prep time, this side dish is as effortless as it is elegant. Whether served alongside savory stir-fries, grilled meats, or vegetable curries, this recipe is sure to impress. Plus, it’s naturally vegan, gluten-free, and packed with wholesome goodness—making it a versatile and health-conscious option.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice in a fine mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear; this removes excess starch for fluffier rice.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 4

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 5

While the rice is cooking, toast the black sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently until they become fragrant and slightly darker, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 6

Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.

Step 7

Fluff the rice with a fork and gently stir in the toasted black sesame seeds.

Step 8

Serve the rice hot as a side dish or a base for your preferred main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(650g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	256.4

Total Fat 4.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1196.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 5.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 134.8mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 55mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.2%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 73.6%