Quick and Easy Paella Recipe

Paella is a classic Spanish rice dish that’s both flavorful and visually stunning. Originating from Valencia, Spain, paella is traditionally cooked in a wide, shallow pan over an open flame. It’s a communal dish meant to be shared with family and friends. Read on to explore to explore this cultural recipe.

Directions:

1. Ingredients:

• 1 cup of rice
• 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth
• 1/2 cup of diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup of diced bell peppers (any color)
• 1/4 cup of frozen peas
• 1/4 cup of cooked shrimp
• 1/4 cup of cooked chicken (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon of saffron threads
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges for serving

1. Preparation:

• In a large skillet, combine the rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, peas, saffron threads, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

1. Cooking:

• Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
• Let the Paella simmer for 12 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

1. Finishing Touches:

• Uncover the skillet and gently stir in the cooked shrimp and chicken (if using).
• Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp and chicken are heated through.

1. Serve:

• Remove the Paella from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
• Garnish with lemon wedges and serve hot.

Optional Cook’s Note: If you don’t have saffron, you can substitute with turmeric for a similar color and flavor.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 250 kcal
• Total Fat: 3g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 600mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 14g