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Paella Valenciana

Savory Paella Valenciana: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Experience the essence of Spain with this Authentic Paella Valenciana, a comforting blend of rice, meats, and vibrant vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups Short Grain Rice Bomba or Calasparra varieties are best
  • 4 cups Water Use hot water
  • 1 gram Saffron Threads Steep in hot water
For the Meats
  • 500 grams Chicken Pieces Provides a rich base
  • 300 grams Rabbit Pieces Unique flavor profile
For the Vegetables
  • 200 grams Garrofó Beans Substitute with butter beans if needed
  • 150 grams Green Beans (Flat) Trim and cut properly
  • 1 medium Tomato Grated for natural sweetness
For the Seasoning
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Dried can be used if fresh isn't available
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Watch to prevent burning
  • 50 milliliters Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
  • to taste Salt Divide for different stages of cooking

Equipment

  • paella pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim the green beans to about two inches in length and grate a ripe tomato.
  2. Combine saffron threads with half a cup of hot water and let steep for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a paella pan and brown the chicken and rabbit pieces for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sauté the green beans and garrofó beans for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned.
  5. Slide vegetables aside, add paprika, and stir into the hot oil for 30 seconds.
  6. Mix in grated tomato, cook for 2-3 minutes, and return the browned meat.
  7. Pour in saffron water and hot water, add rosemary and salt, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  8. Stir in short-grain rice, cook undisturbed for 15 minutes over medium-high heat.
  9. Check the rice for doneness; cover and let rest for 5 minutes if needed.
  10. Serve straight from the pan, optionally with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with olive oil.

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