CARNAROLI rice, famous for its long grains, is a hybrid and bears the name of the producer who invented it. Origin Paullo, Milan is famous for pilafs prepared by star chefs, such as "risotto alla milanese", considered the king of other types of rice. It contains more starch than Arborio rice, so the grain remains even in dishes.
It is very important to choose the right type of rice for making risotto. The Italian variety of rice is the most suitable: when cooked, a sufficient amount of starch is released, and the rice mass becomes the desired consistency, which is cooked and sticky. At the same time, the grain remains solid inside.
The best rice varieties in Italy are Arborio, Vialone and Carnaroli. It is grown in the Pó Valley.