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This authentic Paella Valenciana combines saffron-infused rice with tender chicken, mussels, shrimp, and chorizo sausage. The dish is finished with fresh peas and green beans for a colorful and hearty meal. It is a perfect centerpiece for family dinners or special occasions.
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Paella Valenciana
Description
This authentic Paella Valenciana combines saffron-infused rice with tender chicken, mussels, shrimp, and chorizo sausage. The dish is finished with fresh peas and green beans for a colorful and hearty meal. It is a perfect centerpiece for family dinners or special occasions.Ingredients
Directions
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Scrub the mussels in cold water; discard any that do not close when tapped.
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Heat the oil in the paella pan and
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fry the chicken over medium
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heat until well browned on all sides, about 10-12 minutes;
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remove and keep warm.
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Add pork or ham and brown lightly;
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add onion, green pepper, garlic, tomatoes and seasoning;
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cook , stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and all liquid has evaporated; lift out with a slotted spoon.
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Add the rice to the pan and
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cook , stirring, until hot and coated with remaining oil;
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add water and saffron liquid and bring to a
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boil .
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Remove from the
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heat and put chicken, green pepper mixture, sausage slices, peas, beans, mussels and shrimp on top of rice.
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Bring back quickly to a
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boil and
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simmer on top of the stove or
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bake in a pre-heated 350~ oven for 20-25 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed and the mussels have opened.
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Let the paella stand in a warm
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place for 5 minutes for the flavors to
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blend ; adjust seasoning and
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serve immediately.
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(wrv)
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 766.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 36.6g57%
- Saturated Fat 7.9g40%
- Cholesterol 214.9mg72%
- Sodium 232.6mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 35.1g12%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 2.5g
- Protein 66.9g134%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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