Rice
| Average nutritional values per: | 100g | ||
| Energy | 1419kj | ||
| 339kcal | |||
| Fat | 0.8g | ||
| of which saturates | 0.17g | ||
| Carbohydrate | 76.2g | ||
| of which sugars | <0.5g | ||
| Fibre | 1.9g | ||
| Protein | 6.8g | ||
| Salt | 0.012g | ||
The World’s Most Simple Paella Recipe
Creating a simple yet delicious paella is a delightful culinary adventure. Here’s a basic recipe to craft this iconic Spanish dish:
Ingredients:
- 250g paella rice
- 400g boneless chicken thighs or rabbit, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 200g large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 ripe tomato, grated
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (sweet or spicy)
- A pinch of saffron threads
- 1.2 litres chicken or vegetable stock, kept hot
- 100g green beans, trimmed and halved
- 100g frozen peas
- Olive oil for cooking
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Sauté: Heat olive oil in a large, shallow pan (traditional paella pan or a wide skillet). Add chicken or rabbit and brown them. Remove and set aside.
- Aromatics: In the same pan, add more oil if needed, then sauté the onions, garlic, and red pepper until softened.
- Rice and Spices: Stir in the paella rice and smoked paprika. Cook for a minute or until the rice is well-coated with oil and slightly translucent. Add the saffron threads.
- Tomato and Stock: Grate the ripe tomato into the pan, and cook for a few minutes until it breaks down. Pour in the hot stock and return the chicken or rabbit to the pan. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to a gentle simmer, and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes.
- Add Seafood and Vegetables: Nestle the prawns into the rice and scatter the green beans and peas on top. Continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the prawns turn pink.
- Rest: Remove from heat, cover with a clean tea towel, and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. This allows the flavours to meld.
- Serve: Garnish with lemon wedges and serve directly from the pan, embracing the communal aspect of this dish.
This simple paella captures the essence of Spain’s culinary heritage in a single, satisfying dish. Enjoy the medley of flavours and textures, savouring each bite as you transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. Contact us today at Victus Emporium to find out more.
