
Halal Valencian Paella
Oh, paella! Just thinking about it, I imagine myself under the Valencian sun, surrounded by laughter and intoxicating aromas. This halal version invites you on a sensory journey where each grain of rice absorbs the saffron and juices from the golden chicken. The seafood adds an irresistible briny touch. I promise you a generous dish, perfect for a family meal or with friends. As you prepare it, you'll feel the Spanish magic: an explosion of colors, textures, and flavors. So go for it, it's not that complicated, and the result is worth every minute.
Ingredients
- Short-grain rice300 g
- Halal chicken (cut into pieces)400 g
- Peeled shrimp200 g
- Mussels (or clams)200 g
- Red bell pepper1
- Ripe tomatoes2
- Garlic3 cloves
- Onion1
- Saffron (or food coloring)1 pinch
- Olive oil4 tablespoons
- Halal chicken broth750 ml
- Salt and pepperto taste
- Frozen peas100 g
- Lemon (for serving)1
Nutrition
Instructions
- 1
In a large pan or paella pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides, then set aside.
- 2
Add chopped onion, crushed garlic, and sliced bell pepper to the same pan. Sauté for 5 minutes until tender. Stir in the grated tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
- 3
Return the chicken to the pan, add the rice, saffron, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the rice. Pour in the hot broth and bring to a boil.
- 4
Cook over medium heat without stirring for 15 minutes. Arrange the shrimp, mussels, and peas on top, gently pressing the seafood into the rice.
- 5
Cover the pan with a lid or aluminum foil and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for another 10 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked.
- 6
Remove from heat, let rest covered for 5 minutes. Serve the paella directly from the pan, garnished with lemon wedges.
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