Carnaroli Rice

GrainRiceNeutralStarchyCreamyNuttyMild

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 365
Protein (g): 7.1
Fat (g): 0.6
Carbs (g): 80
Fiber (g): 1.3
Sodium (mg): 2

Values reflect uncooked white rice; cooking hydrates the grain and reduces macros per cooked weight. Enriched products may include added micronutrients.

Storage

Room temp: up to 365 days
Refrigerated: up to 0 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Carnaroli rice is a medium-to-short grain Italian rice with pearly, translucent kernels. It stays firm at the core while releasing surface starch for a creamy, wave-like risotto and absorbs flavorful broth without breaking; cooks to plump, separate grains that readily emulsify with butter and cheese. Typically sold as polished superfino, often vacuum-packed in 500 g or 1 kg bags.

Developed in northern Italy in the mid-20th century, it became a risotto staple across Lombardy and Piedmont. Most production lies in the Po Valley around Pavia and Vercelli, with export to global markets.