Arroz Bomba, round grain rice, smoked, Ebro Delta / Spain

The rice variety Bomba is characterized as a round grain rice by a good ability to absorb the grain and is ideal for rice dishes such as paella. In Spain, rice has been cultivated since the 8th century Arab rule. From the Arabic al-ruzz derives also the today`s name. In the Ebro Delta region, soil, climate and special irrigation systems provide good conditions for rice cultivation, which has been steadily developing and expanding since the 17th century. As a traditional growing region, the Ebro Delta is considered the area of origin for varieties like Bomba. Rice from this region is monitored according to cultivation and quality criteria and protected in the marketing with the designation of origin Arroz del Delta del Ebro.