Paella Ciuba, a vibrant and flavorful dish, is a delectable Spanish rice dish that originated in the region of Valencia, Spain. Its name, derived from the Spanish word "ciba," translates to "feed" or "nourish," aptly reflecting its satisfying and nourishing nature. This delectable dish, typically cooked in a wide, shallow pan known as a paella pan, is a symphony of colors, textures, and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds with every bite. Featuring bomba rice, a short-grain variety prized for its ability to absorb and retain flavors, paella Ciuba is cooked in a savory broth infused with seafood and vegetables, resulting in a delightful balance of tastes and aromas that will leave you craving for more.
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SPANISH-STYLE PAELLA
If you enjoy cooking ethnic foods, this Spanish paella recipe will be a favorite. It's brimming with generous chunks of sausage, shrimp and veggies.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large saucepan or skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage and chicken in oil for 5 minutes or until sausage is lightly browned and chicken is no longer pink, stirring frequently. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain if necessary. , Stir in rice and onion. Cook until onion is tender and rice is lightly browned, stirring frequently. Add the broth, tomatoes, paprika, cayenne, salt and saffron. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 10 minutes. , Stir in the shrimp, peppers and peas. Cover and cook 10 minutes longer or until rice is tender, shrimp turn pink and liquid is absorbed. Top with fresh parsley and lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
CUBAN-STYLE PAELLA: PAELLA CUBANA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan. Saute the ham and chorizo sausage. Remove from pan and reserve.*
- Add onions, red pepper, and garlic to pan and saute until wilted but not overcooked.
- Add chicken pieces and saute for about 15 minutes until brown, but not fully cooked. Remove and reserve.
- In a large pot combine the rice, broth, wine, and mussels. Add salt for flavor and Bijol for color. Stir. Turn up heat, bring to boil and cover. Add chicken, ham and chorizo. Cover and simmer on the stove for 20 to 30 minutes, until the rice is cooked and fluffy. (You may have to add a little more chicken broth if the mixture gets too dry).
- Saute shrimp, clams, and lobster tails separately in the oil. Remove and keep covered and warm.**
- At the last minute, fold the seafood into the rice mixture. Transfer to a flat paella pan suitable for serving. Top with peas and red peppers. Place in oven for about 5 minutes to heat through. Take care not to overcook! Serve garnished with mussels, parsley and lobster shells.
PAELLA CIUBA (SPANISH-STYLE RICE WITH SHRIMP AND PEAS)
Steps:
- In a large skillet, preferably cast-iron cook the onion in the butter and oil over moderately low heat, stirring until it is softened. Add the rice cook the mixture stirring for 3 minutes and add the bell peppers, the garlic, basil, and saffron and 1 cup of the stock. Bring the mixture to a boil stirring and simmer it covered for 10 minutes. Add but do not stir in the shrimp, the peas and the remaining 1/2 cup stock if all the liquid is absorbed and simmer the mixture covered for 8-10 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and just firm and the rice is tender. Serve the paella garnished with the lemon wedges.
SAFFRON SHRIMP PAELLA
Provided by Harley Pasternak, M.Sc.
Categories Rice Shellfish Dinner Seafood Shrimp Simmer Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium heavy skillet with 2-inch sides, warm the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook for 6 minutes until softened, stirring often. Stir in the garlic, saffron, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Add broth and rice.
- Bring to a boil; reduce the heat to low; cover and simmer for 12 minutes until the rice is almost tender. Nestle the shrimp and peas in the rice, and add 1/4 cup (or more) of the broth to moisten. Cover and cook until the shrimp are just opaque in the center, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.
SPANISH RICE AND SHRIMP
I created this recipe to replicate paella for a crowd. I love paella, but it's expensive and not everyone likes the mussels and sausage in it. Serve this dish with a good Spanish wine and some bread and oil and it will be a sure crowd-pleaser!
Provided by Mandy Blizzard
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Spanish
Time 1h3m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add rice mix and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Boil for 1 minute; cover and reduce heat. Simmer until water is absorbed, about 25 minutes.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until just soft, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and seafood seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are bright pink, about 5 minutes.
- Mound rice on each plate; top with a portion of the pepper-shrimp mixture and a generous sprinkling of parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 646.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CHICKEN AND SHRIMP PAELLA
This appetizing meal makes it easy to see why so many top chefs prefer cooking with natural gas. Stoves and grills that use natural gas allow you to cook with more even, direct and precise heat. Try it out and see the difference.
Provided by maryjjohnson34
Categories Chicken
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil over medium-high.
- Working in batches, cook chicken (do not crowd pot) until browned for about 7 to 8 minutes, turning once. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Reserve pot.
- Place bell pepper, chorizo, onion, garlic and tomatoes (with their juice) in pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has evaporated; about 4 to 6 minutes.
- Add rice, stirring until translucent around edges; about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add broth and chicken, bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice begins to soften; about 10 minutes.
- Add peas and shrimp, submerging them in liquid. Cover and cook until shrimp are opaque throughout; about 4 to 6 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1514.3, Fat 69.6, SaturatedFat 18.3, Cholesterol 444.4, Sodium 1506.2, Carbohydrate 112.8, Fiber 12, Sugar 12.2, Protein 103.3
CHICKEN AND RICE SPANISH STYLE OR PAELLA
This is one of our favorite chicken dishes and also make delicious Paella for friends and everybody loves it.
Provided by pink cook
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Season boneless thighs with salt and pepper. Heat two tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and cook thighs until browned and set aside.
- Add the other two tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat and cook chopped green peppers, green onions and garlic. Stir frequently for about 5 minutes or until green pepper is tender.
- Add the rice and green peas and mix well all the ingredients. Add chicken broth, chopped tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper to taste and bring to boil and then reduce the heat to simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender. Add some more chicken broth or water if it is necessary to make it saucy and not too dry. finally, add the sliced green olives, finely chopped parsley and serve warm.
- NOTE: I also make Spanish Paella with this recipe, but since saffron threds are very expensive, I buy yellow rice with saffron included and add Spanish chorizo sliced, cooked shrimp, and also scallops, clams or mussles can be added if you like, for a complete dish or casserole.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.8, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 57.3, Sodium 525, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 19.3
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The fresher and more flavorful your ingredients are, the better your paella will be. Use bomba rice for a traditional paella, or use another short-grain rice like Valencia rice or Calasparra rice.
- Cook the rice in a wide, shallow pan. This will help the rice cook evenly and prevent it from sticking to the pan.
- Use a flavorful broth. A good seafood broth or vegetable broth will add a lot of flavor to your paella. You can also use a combination of broth and water.
- Add the ingredients in the right order. The seafood and vegetables should be added to the paella in the order that they take to cook. This will help ensure that everything is cooked evenly.
- Don't overcook the rice. Paella is best when the rice is cooked through but still has a slight bite to it.
Conclusion:
Paella is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover seafood and vegetables, and it can be easily customized to your own liking. With a little practice, you can make a paella that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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