Meat Paella
This traditional dish (called Paella Valenciana) normally uses chicken and Rabbit, which is common in Valencia. The ingredients listed are for 4 people so scale as appropriate.
Ingredients for 4 people
Meat
* Chicken and Rabbit (about two portions per person
(thighs, wings, legs etc - portions not too big)
Rice and Spices
* Rice, one hand full per portion (aprox 50g.)
* Sweet paprika (Pimentón Dulce) 2 teaspoons
* Saffron (one teaspoon)
Vegetables, etc
* 3 -4 medium grated tomatoes or a can of chopped tomatoes (225g)
* Runner beans (250g). Not the "hairy" ones
* Butter beans (200g)
* Olive oil (5 tablespoons)
* Salt (e.g. Saxa fine salt - not rock salt)
* Water (quantity - see below)
Preparation
Before you begin, ensure the pan is level. When pouring the oil, check that it stays in the middle of the pan.
If you are using dried butter beans, soak them in water overnight.
Recipe
1. Pour the olive oil into the pan and when it is hot add the chicken and/or rabbit.
Cook the meat on a medium heat until it is golden all-over.
2. Next add the vegetables (Runner and Butter beans) and cook for 3-4 minutes.
3. Make a space in the middle of the pan and add the tomatoes. Fry lightly and
when they start to get darker, add the sweet paprika (Pimentón Dulce). Stir well.
4. Next, fill with water until it reaches the top of the pan. Add some salt.
5. Let everything boil vigorously for 30 minutes, then taste for salt.
6. Add the rice and the saffron spreading it evenly around the pan, and let it cook on a low to medium heat for about another 15-20 minutes or until all the water has evaporated.
7. Add the fresh rosemary approximately 5 minutes before the end of cooking
8. Let it rest for a few minutes before eating.
Please note, it is essential you use the correct size of pan for the number of people - do not half fill a pan with ingredients! |
