Rice
Rice
Product

Rice

Indispensible for every pantry.

Without a doubt the pantry is a perfect representation of slow food. Here you will find the obligatory cured ham leg, always on hand for the inevitable arrival of guests, and rice that can easily be prepared on demand as needed. These are two fundamental ingredients in any basic kitchen cupbord, and they have always paired well – both in the same dish or on the same menu – because they produce together a magical blend of flavours and textures. Rice absorbs all the flavours of the ham.

 

The world of gastronomy recognizes the value of four historical rice-growing areas in Spain. The following are certified as PDO (protected designation of origin): Calasparra, Delta del Ebro and Valencia, as well as Pals, Girona. Which one is the best? Chefs have found that the most important thing is variety; both the bomba or the bahía style of rice are ideal for paella and rice stews.

Advice
  • Rice absorbs flavours during the cooking process, so it’s well suited for all sorts of parings; from the more complicated recipes to the simplicity of a creamy saffron dish with ham, or a vegetable paella with fried onion or garlic and ham, or even preparing a flavourful ham broth to cook the rice.

 

  • To enhance the ham flavour and maximize the pleasure it brings, the simplicity of a white rice with diced ham provides a modern, quick and tasty alternative.
Origen

Calasparra, Delta del Ebro and Valencia

Calasparra, Delta del Ebro and Valencia