Product Description
Pasini Vialone Nano Risotto Rice 1kg
Pasini Vialone Nano Rice is a premium Italian semifino (medium-grain) rice variety, renowned for its exceptional performance in creamy risottos and traditional Northern Italian dishes. Cultivated in the fertile Po Valley, particularly in the southern province of Verona, this rice benefits from the region’s pure spring water irrigation. Grain Characteristics: Short, plump, and round grains with a high starch content, contributing to a creamy texture while maintaining a firm bite. Cooking Performance: Cooks in approximately 14–15 minutes, absorbing flavours effectively and expanding significantly during cooking. Culinary Uses: Ideal for risottos such as risotto alla zucca (pumpkin risotto) and risotto ai funghi (mushroom risotto), as well as soups, rice salads, and arancini. Protected Geographical Indication (PGI): Recognized under the name Riso Nano Vialone Veronese IGP, ensuring authenticity and traditional cultivation methods .
Cooking Tips: For best results, avoid rinsing the rice before cooking to preserve its natural starches, which contribute to the desired creamy consistency in dishes like risotto . Pasini Vialone Nano Rice is available in 1kg packages, suitable for both home cooks and professional chefs seeking authentic Italian quality.
Nutritional Information (per 100g)
Energy: - 361 kcal / 1510 kJ
Carbohydrates: - 78g
of which sugars: - 0,3g
Protein: - 7,4g
Fat: - 0,6g
of which saturates: - 0,1g
Salt: - 0,01g
