Paella Valenciana Gandia Style
Ingredients (for 4 people):
- 400 grams of rice
- 1 kilogram of chopped chicken
- 500 grams of chopped rabbit
- 16 meatballs (beef and pork)
- 200 grams of green beans
- 100 grams of fresh lima beans (garrofó)
- 100 grams of chopped tomato
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 6 tablespoons of olive oil
- A few strands of saffron
- Ground paprika
- One sprig of rosemary
- Salt to taste
Preparation:
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Pour the olive oil into the paella pan and light the fire. Once the oil is hot, add the rabbit and chicken, frying them until they turn a beautiful golden color. Turn the pieces of meat to ensure even cooking.
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Next, add the vegetables and the red bell pepper, stir-frying everything together. Then, add the grated tomato and continue to sauté, stirring constantly.
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Incorporate the paprika and stir for a moment before pouring water up to the rivets of the paella pan to prevent burning. Add the meatballs.
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Add the saffron strands, rosemary, and salt. When the water begins to boil, remove the red bell pepper and cook over high heat for about 5 minutes. Then, reduce the heat to medium and cook for 20-30 minutes.
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Increase the heat and add the rice. Traditionally, it is placed in the shape of a cross in the boiling water and then evenly spread across the surface of the pan. Taste and adjust the salt as needed. Place the red bell pepper on top of the rice.
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Keep the heat high for about 10 minutes, then reduce it to medium for a similar amount of time until the rice reaches the perfect cooking point.
Get ready to enjoy a delicious Paella Valenciana Gandia style that will transport you to the culinary traditions of the region. A gastronomic experience you won’t want to miss!
Additionally, if you want to indulge in an authentic culinary experience without the hassle of preparation, we invite you to visit us at the Hotel Tres Anclas on Gandia Beach. At our hotel, our talented chefs take pride in preparing exquisite Paellas Valencianas, which you can savor as part of your half-board or full-board stay. While exploring the beauty of this paradise, be sure to immerse yourself in a unique gastronomic experience at our hotel and taste this iconic dish in its most authentic form.
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