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product_id: 1887465
title: "CALASPARRA Rice (Paella Rice) - 1 bag, 1 Kg"
brand: "calasparra"
price: "€ 54.67"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
category: "Alma Gourmet"
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1887465-calasparra-rice-paella-rice-1-bag-1-kg
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
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# DOP Protected Premium Rice 2.5x Water Absorption Perfect Socarrat Formation CALASPARRA Rice (Paella Rice) - 1 bag, 1 Kg

**Brand:** calasparra
**Price:** € 54.67
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Elevate your paella game with Spain’s liquid-loving legend!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** CALASPARRA Rice (Paella Rice) - 1 bag, 1 Kg by calasparra
- **How much does it cost?** € 54.67 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/1887465-calasparra-rice-paella-rice-1-bag-1-kg)

## Best For

- calasparra enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted calasparra brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ideal Texture & Bite:** Slow-ripened grain delivers firm, separate grains with the perfect 'al punto' bite every time.
- • **Authentic Spanish Origin:** Grown exclusively in Murcia’s Calasparra region, ensuring unmatched terroir-driven quality.
- • **DOP Certified Excellence:** Only rice with European DOP status, guaranteeing premium authenticity and traceability.
- • **Superior Absorption Power:** Absorbs 2.5 times its weight in liquid for rich, flavorful paella without sogginess.
- • **Exceptional Value for Quality:** Premium bomba rice at a competitive price—because authenticity shouldn’t break the bank.

## Overview

Calasparra Rice is a premium, DOP-certified bomba rice from Murcia, Spain, prized for its unique ability to absorb 2.5 times its weight in liquid while maintaining a firm, separate grain texture. Perfect for authentic paella, it forms the coveted socarrat crust and offers exceptional value for gourmet home chefs seeking true Spanish flavor.

## Description

Mitica Calasparra Rice DOP is grown in one region only in Spain, known for it's unique properties when cooked, which are said to be the absolute best for Paella. Cooperatively produced in Murcia along the Mundo and Segura River valleys, Calasparra is a premium grade of Spanish rice. Granted DOP status in 1986, Calasparra is still, to this day, the only such protected rice in the European community. It needs 2 1/2 times as much water as standard Spanish rice, and it holds up very well so there is less danger of having soggy, overcooked rice. It is like Arborio to Italians. In the centuries old tradition, fresh river waters are channeled through the rice fields near the town of Calasparra, and the cooler summer climate of the area results in a slower ripening grain which is harder and slower cooking.

Review: Excellent... Perfect... Must have for paella - I have been cooking for many years (and cooking paella for many more..). Truth told, you can use almost any rice IF you want to and IF you don't mind sacrificing originality and perfection. That said, Calasparra (Bomba..) rice is required for authentic paella. There are quite a few differences in rices... The ONE most important here is the ability of the rice to absorb liquid and still remain firm enough to exhibit a "tooth" (described as 'al punto' ..... should you care..!). This particular trait allows the rice to cook, remain firm and separate, absorb liquid (and flavor.!), and to casually and easily brown and form the perfect socaratt (sp..??). Bomba rice is specified for paella. Calasparra is the region where the highest quality Bomba is grown (according to convention and DOP ...). So if you are looking for authenticity AND quality, this one is hard to beat. Another fact that makes it particularly nice is the "value". Of the available Bomba rices this is one of the more favorably priced ones. It is hard to argue with quality and value. If you decide to use some of this rice for your paella, be sure to follow the directions for liquid amounts. It specifies four to one liquid to rice. I have used SLIGHTLY less than that, but not much less.! You really need the liquid because this rice is so "thirsty". It really drinks up the liquid. I typically use a meat stock for liquid unless I am preparing a seafood paella. Then I resort to vegetable stock with some added clam juice or shrimp stock. In any event grind up the saffron a little before soaking (mortar and pestle works good..) and try to use Spanish paprika, although you can certainly try out other types for slight flavor differences. Good luck with your paella.!! Excellent product at a great price. Tremendous value. HIGHLY recommended.!
Review: Pretty quick to cook and very good - Very good for paella. Follow the instructions and it's very easy

## Features

- Product Size: 1 bag - 2.2 lbs
- From Spain, by Mitica
- Click the Gourmet Food World name above to see all of our products. We sell
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## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B0050ILG4Q |
| Best Sellers Rank | #144,935 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #312 in Dried White Rice |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (819) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 5O9-UHH-076 |
| Manufacturer  | Calasparra |
| Package Dimensions  | 9.41 x 4.8 x 2.4 inches; 2.2 Pounds |
| UPC  | 825325546619 |
| Units  | 35.27 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Calasparra
- **Cuisine:** Spanish
- **Flavor:** Cheese
- **Item Weight:** 1 Kilograms
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Package Weight:** 1.01 Kilograms
- **UPC:** 825325546619
- **Unit Count:** 35.27 Ounce
- **Variety:** Paella Rice

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent... Perfect... Must have for paella
*by T***N on May 18, 2016*

I have been cooking for many years (and cooking paella for many more..). Truth told, you can use almost any rice IF you want to and IF you don't mind sacrificing originality and perfection. That said, Calasparra (Bomba..) rice is required for authentic paella. There are quite a few differences in rices... The ONE most important here is the ability of the rice to absorb liquid and still remain firm enough to exhibit a "tooth" (described as 'al punto' ..... should you care..!). This particular trait allows the rice to cook, remain firm and separate, absorb liquid (and flavor.!), and to casually and easily brown and form the perfect socaratt (sp..??). Bomba rice is specified for paella. Calasparra is the region where the highest quality Bomba is grown (according to convention and DOP ...). So if you are looking for authenticity AND quality, this one is hard to beat. Another fact that makes it particularly nice is the "value". Of the available Bomba rices this is one of the more favorably priced ones. It is hard to argue with quality and value. If you decide to use some of this rice for your paella, be sure to follow the directions for liquid amounts. It specifies four to one liquid to rice. I have used SLIGHTLY less than that, but not much less.! You really need the liquid because this rice is so "thirsty". It really drinks up the liquid. I typically use a meat stock for liquid unless I am preparing a seafood paella. Then I resort to vegetable stock with some added clam juice or shrimp stock. In any event grind up the saffron a little before soaking (mortar and pestle works good..) and try to use Spanish paprika, although you can certainly try out other types for slight flavor differences. Good luck with your paella.!! Excellent product at a great price. Tremendous value. HIGHLY recommended.!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty quick to cook and very good
*by J***V on June 13, 2025*

Very good for paella. Follow the instructions and it's very easy

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Made excellent Paella
*by B***R on May 27, 2020*

I was working on a recipe for a website and needed a more authentic type of rice. Bomba is recommended but was a little pricier than what I wanted to pay. I did a bit of research and this type of rice was listed as an acceptable variety due to its round shape and absorbency. In good paella you want the rice to absorb all the liquid and then form a crusty bottom called socrarrat. This rice was perfect! I have had paella at restaurants, and this was the first time making it at home and I could not have been happier with the results. I figure I will be able to make 3 pans of paella with this bag.

## Frequently Bought Together

- CALASPARRA Rice (Paella Rice) - 1 bag, 1 Kg
- Golden Saffron, Finest Pure Premium All Red Saffron Threads, Grade A+ Super Negin Non-GMO Verified. For Tea, Paella, Rice, Desserts, Golden Milk and Risotto (2 Grams)
- La Dalia Sweet Smoked Paprika from Spain, 2.469 Oz

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*Last updated: 2026-01-26*