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Spanish Vegetarian Paella: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for Everyone


  • Author: Lauren Baker
  • Total Time: 54 minute

Ingredients

– 2 cups Bomba rice (or any short-grain rice)
– 4 cups vegetable broth
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
– 1 cup artichoke hearts, quartered (canned or frozen)
– 1 large tomato, diced
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 pinch saffron threads
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving)


Instructions

Creating Spanish Vegetarian Paella can be straightforward if you follow these clear steps:

1. Prepare the Broth: In a saucepan, heat the vegetable broth and add the saffron threads. Let it simmer on low heat.
2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large paella pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
3. Add Peppers: Stir in the diced red and yellow bell peppers, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
4. Incorporate Tomato: Add the diced tomato and cook for another 3-4 minutes until it breaks down and creates a sauce.
5. Stir in Rice: Add the Bomba rice to the pan, stirring well to coat it with the flavors.
6. Season the Mixture: Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing everything thoroughly.
7. Pour in the Broth: Carefully pour the saffron-infused vegetable broth over the rice mixture. Bring it to a gentle boil.
8. Add Vegetables: Once boiling, add the green peas and artichoke hearts, stirring gently to distribute them.
9. Simmer: Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the paella to simmer without stirring for about 20-25 minutes. The rice should absorb the liquid and become tender.
10. Check for Doneness: After 20 minutes, check if the rice is cooked. If it’s still firm, add a bit more broth and continue cooking.
11. Rest the Paella: Once the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed, remove the pan from heat. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
12. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 8g
  • Protein: 10g