Vialone Nano is an Italian ''semifino'' (medium-grain)

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variety. It is typical of the flat, rice-growing areas of the southern Provincia di Verona (''Bassa Veronese'', "Veronese lowlands"), in

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Vialone Nano is a

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of the Japonica group of varieties of ''

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''.

Culinary uses

Similar to the Carnaroli, Vialone Nano is an appreciated

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rice. While rich in

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(therefore making for creamy risottos), its high

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content allows it to maintain its shape and absorb much liquid during cooking.

Riso Nano Vialone Veronese IGP

Vialone Nano rice has been grown in Italy since 1937. It was developed by crossing ''Vialone'' rice with a variety called ''Nano'' because of the plant's low height. In 1996 Veronese Vialone Nano rice was given the

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( it, IGP), under the name of ''Riso Nano Vialone Veronese IGP''. The processed grain should be of medium size, round in shape and semi-long with pronounced tooth and rounded section. It should appear white in color and display an extended pearlescent core.

Area of production

Cultivation and processing of Nano Vialone Veronese IGP is conducted exclusively in the territory of the following 24 municipalities, all within the Provincia di Verona: *

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* Buttapietra * Casaleone *

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* Erbè *

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* Vigasio *

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References

{{Varieties of rice Cuisine of Veneto Italian cuisine Italian products with protected designation of origin Japonica rice Rice varieties

Culinary uses

Riso Nano Vialone Veronese IGP

Area of production

See also

References