What alternative name for arròs negre means 'black paella'?

The alternative name for arròs negre meaning “black paella” is paella negra.

Arròs negre is a Valencian and Catalan rice dish prepared with cuttlefish or squid, white rice, seafood stock and cephalopod ink. The ink gives the dish its striking dark color while also adding a concentrated marine flavor. Garlic, green pepper, paprika and olive oil are common parts of the traditional preparation.

“Paella negra” is an alternate name because the dish is cooked in a similar wide, shallow pan and resembles seafood paella. However, the distinction matters: arròs negre is traditionally regarded as its own rice dish rather than simply a standard paella variation. In some contexts, especially outside Spain, the alternate name is more common.

It should not be confused with naturally dark heirloom rice, often called black rice. The color of arròs negre comes from squid or cuttlefish ink. A related variation, fideuà negra, replaces the rice with noodles and is commonly served with alioli.