Looking for a vibrant dish that brings the taste of Spain to your table?
Paella Valenciana
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Bomba rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ tsp saffron threads
- 1 lb chicken thighs, chopped
- ½ lb rabbit, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Preparation Steps:
1. In a large paella pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken and rabbit (if using) and brown on all sides.
3. Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
4. Add the tomatoes, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
6. Add the saffron and Bomba rice, distributing it evenly.
7. Gently fold in the green beans and red bell pepper.
8. Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid or foil, and let it cook for 20 minutes without stirring.
9. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
10. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins
Calories: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
Suggested Pairings: Serve with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad.
#paella #spanishcuisine #comfortfoodLooking for a vibrant dish that brings the taste of Spain to your table? 🇪🇸✨
Paella Valenciana 🍚💃
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Bomba rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ tsp saffron threads
- 1 lb chicken thighs, chopped
- ½ lb rabbit, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Preparation Steps:
1. In a large paella pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken and rabbit (if using) and brown on all sides.
3. Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
4. Add the tomatoes, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
6. Add the saffron and Bomba rice, distributing it evenly.
7. Gently fold in the green beans and red bell pepper.
8. Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid or foil, and let it cook for 20 minutes without stirring.
9. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
10. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins
Calories: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
Suggested Pairings: Serve with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad.
#paella #spanishcuisine #comfortfood
