local flavors
Red Rice
White rice cooked with achote seeds for a warm red-orange color and earthy flavor. The essential side dish at every local meal.
About this dish
Red rice — known in CHamoru as Hineksa' Agaga' — is the one dish that appears at every single meal on Guam. Its distinctive warm red-orange color comes from achote (also called annatto) seeds, which are soaked in water to release their pigment before being mixed into the rice. The flavor is mild and earthy, complementing rather than competing with the bold flavors of kelaguen, BBQ, and finadene. It's a living symbol of CHamoru cultural identity — simple, nourishing, and deeply comforting.
Allergen information
Preparation methods may vary by restaurant. Always confirm with staff if you have severe allergies.
