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]]>Ingredients:
- 1 cup of long-grain white rice
- 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup of cooked chicken, shrimp, or sausage (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and fluffy. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
- While the rice cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the diced bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, saffron threads (if using), dried thyme, and dried oregano. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Once the rice is cooked, add it to the skillet with the vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine, ensuring that the rice is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- If desired, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or sausage to the skillet, stirring until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve the dish hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro, and accompanied by lemon wedges for squeezing over the rice before eating.
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]]>Rice With a Twist
Paella is a simple dish, yet it offers so much subtlety that it’s quite easy to get it wrong. It’s essentially rice with a lot of tasty spices, such as garlic and onion, and often a protein such as chicken or fish. But even though it sounds simple, we would recommend looking up a proper recipe before attempting it.
Spain Does It Best
You can try to make it yourself, but the best version you’ll ever try is an authentic version in Spain. So next time you’re in Barcelona or Madrid, do yourself a favor and order yourself a steaming iron skillet of paella (that’s how they serve it there). You certainly won’t regret it, and you’ll come back for more!
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]]>This country of under 50 million produces some of the best food on Earth. World-renowned foods such as paella, Iberian ham, and chorizo all originated in this Iberian nation.
If you are a foodie that has an interest in Spain and its cuisine, look no further than Lauren Aloise and her Instagram page, @spanishsabores.
Aloise is a chef that was trained at the Hofmann School in Barcelona. However, she now dedicates her time to running food and wine tours of Spain with her company, Devour Tours.
Your mouth will salivate on Aloise´s page as she shares photos of delicious Spanish fare, such as these fresh shrimp.
You will find plenty of inspiration to try your hand at Spanish food in your own kitchen. This healthy salmorejo that Aloise shared on her page is simple, healthy, and delicious!
Finally, we cannot forget than Spanish cuisine is more than just food. Who could forget about wines from world-renowned regions such as La Rioja, Rias Baixas, and Jerez?
Do not be afraid to get lost in this page and do a gastronomic dive into Spain. Buen provecho!
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