What Is Arborio Rice ?

Arborio rice is named after the town in Italy where it was originally cultivated.

The rice has short, fat and slightly oval-shaped kernels with a pearly white exterior. This makes it the perfect basis for an authentic Italian risotto, and is the classic choice of rice to create this dish.

What can I cook with Arborio Rice?

Arborio is rice is the best rice for a classic Italian risotto! When cooked just right, the grain has a delicious, creamy exterior and firm centre. Apart from risotto, it can also be used to make sweet pudding rice, or as an alternative to Spanish rice in Paella.

Benefits of Arborio Rice

Although it is starchier than traditional long-grain white rice, the extra starch does not mean it's higher in carbs. It is also high in protein as well as a good source of vitamin A and C. In fact, a cup of arborio rice contains around 45% of your daily requirement of essential nutrients.

Instructions For Use:

To Cook: Allow 75g of rice per person. Preparation Time: 15 minutes, cooking time 30 minutes. In a pan, fry some butter with a portion of rice for 2-3 minutes, then keep adding a small amount of stock at a time until absorbed. Make sure to stir frequently. Season to taste.

Storage Instructions:

Store in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight, heat and damp.

Packaging Details:

Eco Friendly 100% Recyclable Packaging. Re-sealable pouch for Long Lasting Freshness!

(Some Large sizes may have non-resealable packaging)

FAQ

How much arborio rice do I need per person? Allow 75g of rice per person. Preparation takes about 15 minutes and cooking around 30 minutes.

How do I cook risotto with arborio rice? In a pan, fry some butter with a portion of rice for 2 to 3 minutes, then keep adding a small amount of stock at a time until it is absorbed, stirring frequently, and season to taste. When cooked just right, the grain has a creamy exterior and firm centre.

What can I make with arborio rice besides risotto? Apart from risotto, it can be used to make sweet pudding rice, or as an alternative to Spanish rice in paella. Its short, fat kernels give dishes a creamy texture.

Why is arborio rice used for risotto instead of long-grain rice? Its short, fat, pearly white kernels make it the perfect basis for an authentic Italian risotto, giving a creamy exterior and firm centre. It is starchier than traditional long-grain white rice.

What's In My Arborio Rice ?

Ingredients: Arborio Rice

Allergen Information: Packed in an environment that handles nuts, peanuts, sesame, mustard, celery, soya and products containing gluten. For allergens see ingredients in bold.

Suitable for Vegan & Vegetarian diets

Country of Origin: Italy

**Nutritional Information**
Typical Values	Per 100g
Energy	387kcal / 1642kj
Protein	7.0g
Fat	0.6g
- Of Which Saturates	0.1g
Carbohydrates	88g
- Of Which Sugars	0.2g
Salt	0.02g
Fibre	1.4g

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