Vegetarian Paella Recipe
A classic Spanish rice dish with seasonal vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Vegetarian Paella Ingredients
Method
Vegetarian Paella Directions
Prepare the Base
In a large paella pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Vegetables
Add the diced bell peppers, zucchini, and green beans to the pan.
Cook the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
Incorporate Rice and Spices
Stir in the diced tomatoes, paella rice, saffron threads, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Mix everything well for 2-3 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the flavors.
Add Broth and Simmer
Pour in the vegetable broth and stir gently.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
Finishing Touches
Once the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid, remove from heat.
Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.