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Arborio Rice
Risotto Dish
Ingredient Information
Arborio Rice
This is a slightly round, short grained rice with a high starch content. The grains have a pearly sheen. As arborio rice cooks, its starch is released into the cooking liquid to make a creamy, rich sauce. The rice is grown widely in Europe, especially in Italy, but also in Spain (where Calasparra rice is more commonly used). There are now many growers in the U.S that produce an excellent quality Arborio rice.
The term "risotto" actually refers to the Italian rice dish made with Arborio rice, although the two terms have become nearly synonymous.
See Also
Recipes Using Arborio Rice:
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Eggplant Risotto
Leek Risotto with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
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Seared Salmon with Lemon Basil Risotto
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