VEGETABLE PAELLA WITH CHORIZO
This weeknight paella comes together in just three basic steps: Sweat the aromatics, bake until tender, then return to the stovetop to cook until the rice becomes crunchy. It becomes even more weeknight-friendly if you take advantage of store-bought pre-cut vegetables to cut down on prep time. For a more protein-rich dish, season a dozen medium shrimp with olive oil, salt and pepper and nestle them into the paella during the last 5 minutes of baking. If preparing the dish for vegetarians, skip the chorizo, swap in vegetable broth and add an extra pinch of paprika, if desired. The only non-negotiable step is finishing the paella over direct flame on the stovetop so the rice at the bottom of the pan forms a delectable crust, also known as soccarat.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories grains and rice, sausages, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450 degrees. In a 12-inch cast-iron or ovenproof skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, until lightly caramelized, about 2 minutes. Stir in rice, paprika and remaining 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until well combined and rice begins to toast, about 1 minute.
- Stir in cauliflower, brussels sprouts, peas, chorizo and broth, season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil over high heat. Transfer to the oven and bake, uncovered and without stirring, until rice is tender and all of the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Transfer paella to stovetop and cook over medium heat, without stirring, to crisp up the bottom layer of rice, 2 to 3 minutes. You will hear it crackle; be careful not to burn. Let stand for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with scallions and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 597, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 1177 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
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Robina Khalid
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The paella was flavorful and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Mohammad Tanjil
[email protected]I made this paella for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Zaidan Khan
[email protected]This paella was delicious! The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the chorizo added a nice smoky flavor. The rice was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Waqas Ikram
[email protected]This was a really good paella! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavors were complex and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Camile Reid
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The paella was flavorful and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Aminu Yunus
[email protected]I've made this paella a few times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of vegetables and chorizo.
Manik Patowary
[email protected]This was a really good paella! The vegetables were fresh and flavorful, and the chorizo added a nice smoky flavor. The rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Rowan Oldroyd
[email protected]I made this paella for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were complex and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ricci Alessandro
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The paella was flavorful and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Jakaria Islam
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of paella, but this recipe changed my mind. The vegetables were perfectly cooked and the chorizo added a nice kick. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy vegetarian paella.
Melanie Williams
[email protected]This vegetable paella was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The chorizo added a smoky richness, while the vegetables were tender and flavorful. I especially loved the crispy bits of rice on the bottom of the