Authentic Spanish Paella for Omnivores
Delve into the vibrant and tantalizing world of Spanish cuisine with this authentic paella recipe for omnivores. Bursting with the bold flavors of land and sea, this dish envelopes the distinct essence of Spain. Celebrate the vibrant colors of Calasparra rice, the depth of saffron, and the zest of fresh seafood and poultry. This paella promises a culinary journey worth savoring.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Easy
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 200 grams of Calasparra rice
- 200 grams of chicken, cut into pieces
- 100 grams of rabbit, cut into pieces
- 100 grams of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 100 grams of mussels, cleaned
- 100 grams of clams, cleaned
- 200 grams of green beans, cut into pieces
- 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 grams of saffron threads
- 2 grams of smoked paprika
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 30 ml of olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 liter of water
Method
- Heat olive oil in a wide, shallow pan over medium heat. Add chicken and rabbit pieces, and sauté until golden.
- Stir in garlic and bay leaves, cooking until the garlic is fragrant.
- Mix in diced tomatoes and smoked paprika, cooking until the tomatoes begin to soften.
- Sprinkle in Calasparra rice, saffron, and salt and pepper, stirring to coat the rice with the flavors.
- Pour in water, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Spread green beans, shrimp, mussels, and clams on top of the rice. Cover, and cook for another 10 minutes, until seafood is done, and rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let the paella rest for 5 minutes. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Tips
- Achieve the perfect “socarrat,” the crispy rice crust at the bottom of the pan, by allowing the paella to sit for a minute over medium heat just before serving.
- If saffron is unavailable, a little turmeric can be used to achieve a similar golden hue, though the distinct saffron flavor is unmatched.
Nutritional Information
| Nutritional Content | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 120 kcal (502 kJ) | 350 kcal (1465 kJ) |
| Fat | 5 g | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 4.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g | 45 g |
| Sugars | 1 g | 3 g |
| Protein | 8 g | 24 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 1.5 g |
