Santo Tomas

Santo Tomas Bomba Rice

Santo Tomas' Bomba rice is a firm type of short-grain rice grown in the Valencia region of Spain. Bomba has greater absorbency than Valencian rice and can be used as an alternative in most recipes. This short-grain rice requires more liquid and time to cook than Valencian rice as well. That said, many consider it to be the superior rice for paella, believing the additional time and effort is more than made up for by a greater texture and flavor in the final dish.

The Perfect Rice for Paella

While Bomba rice is deceptively small when dry, the considerable size it grows to when cooked is a result of its capacity to absorb broths and other liquids. For this reason, it's one of the best rice varieties in the world for using as an ingredient in paella. In addition to its absorbency, it has a firm texture that doesn't stick easily, making it easier to develop an appetizing crust in the pan. Enjoy this Spanish rice in a seafood or chicken paella. Best paired with a bottle of wine for a relaxing evening meal.

Other Rice Dishes

This rice tastes wonderful in many sweet and savory dishes aside from paella. Try it in a rice pudding with cinnamon, vanilla, and freshly ground nutmeg. Cook it with chicken or vegetable broth for a simple rice side dish. Or use it as the base for a rice bowl with your favorite proteins and veggies.

Where can you order Santo Tomas rice?

Supermarket Italy stocks Bomba rice and other imported foods from Italy, Spain, and many other countries. With free shipping on orders over $75, it's a great place to find European and Mediterranean ingredients. Prepare authentic, delicious recipes with help from Supermarket Italy.