Vegetable Paella
A Spanish-style paella of saffron-scented short-grain rice cooked with tomatoes, peppers, green beans, artichokes, and peas.
Instructions
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Step 1
Combine the vegetable broth and saffron in the saucepan. Warm over low heat for 5 minutes, then keep hot without boiling.
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Step 2
Heat the olive oil in the paella pan over medium heat. Add the onion and red bell pepper and cook until softened.
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Step 3
Add the green beans and cook over medium heat until they brighten and begin to soften.
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Step 4
Add the garlic, tomato, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomato thickens into a concentrated base.
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Step 5
Stir in the rice and cook over medium heat until every grain is coated with the tomato mixture.
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Step 6
Pour in the hot saffron broth, then distribute the artichoke hearts and peas evenly. Bring to a boil over high heat without stirring.
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Step 7
Reduce to medium heat and cook without stirring until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from the heat.
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Step 8
Cover the pan loosely and rest the paella for 5 minutes. Scatter with parsley and serve with the lemon wedges.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Serve promptly. Refrigerate leftovers in shallow containers within 2 hours, keep chilled, and reheat until steaming hot.
Risk factors
- Hot broth and steam can cause burns.
- Cooked rice can support bacterial growth if held warm or at room temperature for too long.