KALINDRA | Lo Conte. Arborio Rice. Cooking time 16 / 18 minutes

Arborio rice of Italian origin. Cooking time: 16 - 18 minutes

Arborio rice is a large-grain, pearly, and hearty Italian variety, ideal for risottos due to its ability to release starch during cooking, ensuring optimal creaminess and texture. It is named after the town of Arborio in the province of Vercelli and is characterized by an al dente core and an outer layer that breaks down, creating the typical consistency of risottos and timbales.

Main Features:

• Large and pearly grains: Larger in size compared to other varieties.
• High starch content: This property allows the rice to release starch during cooking, making it perfect for creamy dishes.
• Al dente core: The grain's core remains firm, ensuring good cooking resistance.
• Outer layer that breaks down: The grain's exterior releases starch, contributing to the dish's creaminess.

Culinary Uses:

• Risottos: Its texture makes it the preferred choice for creamy risottos.
• Salads and timbales: Also suitable for dry rice dishes, salads, and baked or layered dishes.

Origin:

The name comes from the town of Arborio in the province of Vercelli, Piedmont, where it originated.

Technical Data:

• Content: 1,000 g net weight at origin
• Ingredients: Only selected first-choice Italian Arborio rice
• Price per 1,000 g package
• Packaging: 12 packs of 500 g each