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Crispy Vegetable Paella for Cozy Nights

Crispy Vegetable Paella for Cozy Nights to Savor Together

Enjoy a vibrant and hearty Crispy Vegetable Paella for Cozy Nights packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 cups Bomba Rice Short-grain rice can be used if unavailable.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Make sure it's vegan.
For the Aromatics
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Sliced.
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts Canned or frozen.
  • 1 medium Grated Tomato Fresh or canned.
For the Flavor
  • a pinch Saffron Threads Or use turmeric for color.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Do not substitute.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Enhances color.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Final Touches
  • 1 cup Green Peas Add at the end.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 2 Lemon Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Large paella pan or deep skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 4 cups of vegetable broth in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in a pinch of saffron threads and let steep for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large paella pan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add one chopped onion and sauté for about 4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add 1 diced red bell pepper, 1 diced yellow bell pepper, 1 sliced zucchini, and 1 cup of artichoke hearts. Sauté for 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1.5 cups of bomba rice, 1 grated tomato, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric, and a sprinkle of salt and black pepper.
  6. Pour the saffron-infused broth over the rice mixture. Do not stir. Cook uncovered over medium heat for 15-20 minutes.
  7. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle 1 cup of green peas over the surface. Increase heat to medium-high for 3-4 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, cover with a towel, and let rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve directly from the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added variety, consider using seasonal vegetables or adding cooked chickpeas.

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