Club del Gourmet Black Rice – Spanish Squid Ink Arroz Negro 930g

Club del Gourmet's black rice is a staple of Spanish coastal cooking, particularly beloved in the Valencian region where paella traditions run deep. This 930-gram bag delivers authentic arroz negro — short-grain rice infused with squid ink, creating the characteristic dark color and briny, umami depth that defines this iconic dish. Whether you're cooking a proper paella for a dinner party or a simple weeknight risotto-style preparation, this rice absorbs stock and flavors with the grace of a product designed for serious home cooks.

Squid ink arroz negro is traditionally paired with seafood — prawns, mussels, white fish — though it stands equally well with roasted vegetables and chorizo. The grain holds its structure through the full cooking time, neither turning to mush nor remaining hard. Club del Gourmet sources and mills rice that respects this balance, making it a dependable choice for anyone familiar with Spanish rice dishes.

How to enjoy

• Paella negra: stock, seafood (mussels, prawns, squid), saffron, and sofrito
• Arroz a banda: rice cooked in shellfish stock, then mixed with seafood separately
• Risotto-style: cooked slowly with wine and stock, finished with butter and parmesan
• Cold rice salad: mix cooled rice with roasted vegetables, olives, and vinaigrette

Product details

• Net weight: 930g
• Origin: Spain
• Brand: Club del Gourmet
• EAN: 8433329070942
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

⭐ Why we love this

Club del Gourmet's arroz negro captures the essence of Valencia's rice-cooking heritage in every grain — the squid ink isn't just for color, it imparts a subtle briny minerality that echoes the Mediterranean. This is the rice Spanish home cooks reach for when they want paella negra that tastes authentic without compromise.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Serve with a crisp, mineral-driven Albariño from Rías Baixas or a dry Manzanilla sherry — both cut through the ink's richness and complement seafood perfectly. For a complete Spanish coastal experience, pair the finished dish with crusty pan con tomate and a cold cerveza.

📍 From Spain

Milled and sourced from Spain's rice heartland, this Club del Gourmet selection honors the Valencian tradition where arroz negro has been perfected over centuries. El Corte Inglés, Spain's premium department store, curates every Club del Gourmet product to meet exacting standards of authenticity and quality.