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Authentic Paella Valenciana with chicken and rabbit, a traditional Spanish dish.

Paella Valenciana Auténtica con Pollo y Conejo

A traditional Spanish rice dish with chicken and rabbit that is flavorful and easy to make at home with simple techniques.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 400 grams Bomba rice Short grain rice is ideal.
  • 500 grams Bone-in chicken pieces Best for flavor.
  • 300 grams Rabbit, chopped into pieces Traditional but can be replaced with additional chicken.
  • 100 milliliters Olive oil Quality oil improves flavor.
  • 200 grams Flat green beans Traditional; otherwise, use regular green beans.
  • 100 grams Garrofón beans Use large lima beans if unavailable.
  • 200 grams Tomato, grated or finely crushed Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika For warmth and color.
  • 5 threads Saffron Can also use saffron infusion.
  • 1 sprig Rosemary Use sparingly.
  • 1 liter Water or light broth Build flavor in the pan.
  • to taste Salt Adjust as needed.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a wide pan and add olive oil. Brown the chicken and rabbit slowly, seasoning with salt until golden.
  2. Add green beans and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Push aside the meats and add the grated tomato. Cook down until jammy, then stir in the sweet paprika quickly to avoid burning.
  4. Pour in water, scrape the browned bits, and let it simmer to build the broth. Add garrofón or lima beans if using.
  5. Taste the liquid and adjust salt as necessary before adding the rice.
  6. Spread the rice evenly across the pan. Do not stir from this point on.
  7. Add saffron threads and keep the heat steady. Start with a strong simmer, then reduce for gentle cooking.
  8. Once the liquid is absorbed and the rice looks done, turn off the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.

Notes

Use a wide pan for even cooking and avoid stirring after adding rice. Resting is crucial for the best texture.