Paella De Carnes Recipe
Saffron rice dish cooked with meats
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables and Spices
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Saffron
In a small bowl, soak the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm water for about 10 minutes to release their color and flavor.
- 2
Prepare the Meat
Season the chicken thighs, pork shoulder, and chorizo with salt and pepper.
- 3
Cooking
- 4
Brown the Meat
In a large paella pan or a wide, shallow skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and pork shoulder, and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- 5
- 6
Add Rice and Spices
Stir in the rice, smoked paprika, and the soaked saffron (including the water). Mix well to combine all ingredients.
- 7
Add Chicken Broth
Pour the chicken broth into the pan, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- 8
Cook the Paella
Reduce the heat to medium-low, and let the paella cook without stirring for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- 9