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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David Russell

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“My go to rice now for paella or any Spanish rice dish.”

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Posted 4 years ago

“Epic and the bag is lovely too”

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Posted 4 years ago

“Makes a creamy and luscious rissotto.”

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Posted 4 years ago

Yolanda Carte Melero

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“Great rice. The best for paella.”

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Posted 4 years ago

“Excellent quality, makes fabulous paella, whatever ingredients you use. Made it recently for a family BBQ and everyone raved about how authentic and flavoursome it turned out. Wouldn't buy form any other source.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Debbie Stratford

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“I'd never cooked a paella before but I found a recipe and it recommended Bomba rice so i googled and found I could purchase from you. It arrived quickly in a lovely authentic material bag. The rice cooked evenly and it tasted how a paella should taste.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Angela Wilson

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“Great to be able to get the real thing in this bomba rice and as usual great service and comes from basco.”