Nourishing, vibrant, and served without pretension, paella has held a place of honor and practicality in spanish homes for centuries. this short-grain rice variety is known for its ability to absorb water one and a half times as much water as regular rice varieties without turning mushy. if youre using el avion rice in your paella, you need to add three cups of liquid for every cup of raw rice for a perfect and delicous meal.