Rice & Risotto

Q: What is in a ready-made risotto mix — and what do I have to add myself?

The mixes contain risotto rice and the aromatic ingredients — such as dried porcini mushrooms, saffron threads, truffle aroma, or radicchio. You provide the broth, butter, Parmesan, and white wine yourself; the basic principle of stirring remains the same as when cooking from scratch.

Q: Which wine pairs with risotto — and when do I add it to the pan?

For deglazing, use a dry white wine with good acidity — Pinot Grigio, Soave, or a simple Verdicchio work well. To drink with it, the same wine or a light red like Bardolino for mushroom and truffle variants fits. Heavier red wines mask the creaminess of the rice.

Q: What distinguishes red Camargue rice or black rice from classic risotto rice?

Red and black rice are whole grain rice — the husk remains, hence the nutty taste and the longer cooking time (35–45 minutes). They are not suitable for creamy risotto, but very good as a side dish for fish, roasted vegetables, or as a salad. Their bite remains noticeable even after cooking.

Q: Can I also use risotto rice for other dishes?

Yes — Carnaroli or Arborio also work for rice casserole, arancini, or rice pudding, because the starch provides binding when cooking. They are less suitable for side-dish rice or pilaf; there you want grainy, not creamy rice.

Q: What does polenta pair with — and how do I prepare it?

Polenta made from coarse cornmeal pairs as a side dish with braised dishes, mushroom ragout, or grilled vegetables. For creamy polenta, stir it with hot broth or milk and add butter and Parmesan at the end. Poured and cooled polenta can be cut into slices and fried — then it becomes crispy on the outside.

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With risotto, the rice decides, not the recipe. Varieties like Carnaroli release enough starch while stirring to create the typical creaminess while still maintaining a firm core.

In addition, ten ready-made risotto mixes with porcini mushrooms, truffle, saffron, or radicchio, red Camargue rice, black Piedmont rice, wild rice, couscous, and polenta.

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La Balocchina Risotto ai porcini – risotto mix with porcini mushrooms in a package

Italy

Risotto with porcini mushrooms

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8,50 €

215 g

39,53 €/kg

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La Balocchina Risotto al tartufo – risotto mix with summer truffle in a package

Italy

Risotto with truffle

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9,90 €

215 g

46,05 €/kg

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Risotto with lemon and rosemary

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8,90 €

215 g

41,40 €/kg

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Risotto with saffron

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8,90 €

215 g

41,40 €/kg

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Risotto ai funghi porcini

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7,90 €

300 g

26,33 €/kg

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La Balocchina Risotto pomodoro capperi e olive – risotto mix with tomato, capers, and olives

Italy

Risotto with tomato, capers and olives

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8,50 €

215 g

39,53 €/kg

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Risotto pomodoro e basilico

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8,50 €

215 g

39,53 €/kg

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Carnaroli classico

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11,80 €

480 g

24,58 €/kg

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Black Piedmont rice

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7,90 €

400 g

19,75 €/kg

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Viani & Co. Polenta al tartufo – polenta mix with summer truffles, porcini mushrooms, and herbs.

Italy

Polenta with truffle

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7,90 €

300 g

26,33 €/kg

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Couscous

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5,90 €

400 g

14,75 €/kg

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La Balocchina Risotto al radicchio – risotto spice mix with radicchio in a package

Italy

Risotto with radicchio

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8,50 €

215 g

39,53 €/kg

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La Balocchina Risotto agli Aspargi – risotto mix with Piedmontese rice and dried green asparagus

Italy

Risotto with asparagus

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8,90 €

215 g

41,40 €/kg

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La Balocchina Risotto ai carciofi – risotto rice with artichokes and Pecorino romano in a pack

Italy

Risotto with artichokes

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8,90 €

215 g

41,40 €/kg

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Red Camargue rice

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7,90 €

400 g

19,75 €/kg

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Natural wild rice mix

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10,90 €

400 g

27,25 €/kg

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Jasmine scented rice Triple A Quality

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5,90 €

400 g

14,75 €/kg

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Quick answers

Which rice varieties are suitable for risotto — and how do they differ?

For classic risotto, you need round-grain varieties with a high starch content: Carnaroli is considered the most stable choice because it releases creaminess when stirred but retains a firm core. Arborio cooks faster but is more easily overcooked. Vialone Nano is smaller and absorbs broth particularly well — typical for Venetian recipes.

What is in a ready-made risotto mix — and what do I have to add myself?

The mixes contain risotto rice and the aromatic ingredients — such as dried porcini mushrooms, saffron threads, truffle aroma, or radicchio. You provide the broth, butter, Parmesan, and white wine yourself; the basic principle of stirring remains the same as when cooking from scratch.

Which wine pairs with risotto — and when do I add it to the pan?

For deglazing, use a dry white wine with good acidity — Pinot Grigio, Soave, or a simple Verdicchio work well. To drink with it, the same wine or a light red like Bardolino for mushroom and truffle variants fits. Heavier red wines mask the creaminess of the rice.

What distinguishes red Camargue rice or black rice from classic risotto rice?

Red and black rice are whole grain rice — the husk remains, hence the nutty taste and the longer cooking time (35–45 minutes). They are not suitable for creamy risotto, but very good as a side dish for fish, roasted vegetables, or as a salad. Their bite remains noticeable even after cooking.

Can I also use risotto rice for other dishes?

Yes — Carnaroli or Arborio also work for rice casserole, arancini, or rice pudding, because the starch provides binding when cooking. They are less suitable for side-dish rice or pilaf; there you want grainy, not creamy rice.

What does polenta pair with — and how do I prepare it?

Polenta made from coarse cornmeal pairs as a side dish with braised dishes, mushroom ragout, or grilled vegetables. For creamy polenta, stir it with hot broth or milk and add butter and Parmesan at the end. Poured and cooled polenta can be cut into slices and fried — then it becomes crispy on the outside.

Buy rice & risotto online – the foundation that matters

With risotto, the rice decides, not the recipe. Varieties like Carnaroli release enough starch when stirred to create the typical creaminess while still retaining a firm core. That is why we list the variety on the pack and not just the word "risotto rice".

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Ready-made risotto mixes

Ten varieties for those evenings when things need to be quick but still turn out well: with porcini mushrooms, truffle, saffron, artichokes, radicchio, asparagus, lemon and rosemary, or tomato and basil. Rice and seasoning are perfectly balanced – add broth, stir, done.

Rice varieties

Carnaroli classico for classic risotto, red Camargue rice with a nutty bite, black Piedmont rice as a visual contrast on the plate, a natural wild rice blend and jasmine fragrant rice.

More than rice

Plus couscous and polenta with truffle – side dishes that play the same role and go well with the same sauces.

What goes with it

A risotto with porcini mushrooms or truffle can handle an aged red wine, while saffron and lemon varieties prefer a robust white wine. In our range, you will also find the matching ingredients: dried porcini mushrooms, saffron, good olive oil and Parmesan alternatives. If you have questions about combinations, we are happy to advise you.

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