Catala Bomba Rice, 1kg, Valencian Short-Grain Rice, Perfect for Paella or Risotto Reviews

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Bomba rice, a short and rounded grain from the Japonica rice family, is a popular choice for paella and risotto-style dishes. Originating from the Mediterranean region, this rice absorbs liquid and retains the flavour of stock without breaking up or caking. Its unique properties make it the 'king rice' for these dishes, despite the care it requires. Our bomba rice is carefully prepared by Hijos de Vicente Catala Peiro, a family business in Valencia and one of the oldest in the sector.

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Daly

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“Real rice, cooked it with my own grown tomato passata and with a good sprinkling smoked paprika, bought from Basco, perfect.”

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Posted 1 month ago

Elizabeth Sarah Morgan

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“Great rice for our seafood paella, doent stodge up like the cheaper paella rice. Worth it.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“Always great products at Basco fast and efficient delivery thanks again”

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Posted 2 years ago

“The real deal, soaked up the stoke brilliantly and separation was amazing. Definetly will order this again.”

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Posted 2 years ago

Peter Aguilar

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“well,this is top draw..its a bold cclaim they make but the product comands respect..its very good rice specially if you are makeing arrozes caldosos..”

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Posted 2 years ago

David Russell

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“Little to say other than this is the finest rice you can buy for any Spanish rice dish, especially Paella. It costs a bit more but in my opinion it is totally worth it.”

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Posted 3 years ago

Richard Cullen

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“Really good rice I only buy Bomba rice Will be buying a bigger bag next time.”