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The Whole Bay Leaves by Chiquilin is a basic in the Spanish cuisine, used in stews, fish and even desserts, bringing a unique and special flavor to the table.
Known in Spain as "laurel", this is popular herb in many kitchens around the world, especially in Spanish gastronomy, adding an exquisite and soft flavor and aroma to a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to meats and fish. Along with paprika Pimentón de la Vera, we could say it is one of the essentials in Spanish groceries.
What is Laurel?
Laurel is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. Its leaves are widely used as an aromatic herb in cooking due to their distinctive aroma and slightly bitter taste. In addition to its culinary use, laurel has a long history of use in traditional medicine due to its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
How to use Bay Leaves?
When using it in your recipes, rinse it beforehand, place the whole leaves into the pot where you are cooking, and let it cook together with all the other ingredients. This way, it will release all its flavor into the stew. When it's time to eat, simply remove the leaves.
Our Tomato Sauce with Extra Virgin Olive Oil is one of the most traditional Spanish sauces. It is made from premium tomatoes that have been fried in extra virgin olive oil.
Known as "Tomate Frito" in Spanish, this is a must-have Spanish grocery. It is made following the traditional recipe and with 100% natural ingredients. Not only is it delicious, but it's also very healthy, as it's rated as Category A on the Nutriscore scale in Spain, which signifies the highest possible rating.
Try it today and experience the authentic taste of Spain in your own kitchen!
How to use Tomate Frito?
It is commonly used as a base for dishes such as pasta sauces and stews, even for Paellas.
The Paella Rice PDO Valencia is an Extra Category Rice with certified Designation of Origin "Arroz de Valencia". It possesses excellent organoleptic properties that ensure it remains loose and creamy after cooking, and most importantly, perfect flavor absorption.
This Paella Rice is of the Senia variety, making it highly suitable for preparing all traditional rice recipes from Valencia, whether they are dry or broth-based rice dishes, such as Paella. A classic among Spanish groceries!
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The Sweet Smoked Paprika Pimenton by La Dalia is a crucial ingredient to make an authentic Paella. It also enhances the taste of potatoes, stews, and sauces.
Its intense smokiness pairs beautifully with roasted meats, chicken, and fish, providing its characteristic smoky flavor. Essential for the preparation of the traditional Galician octopus.
Pimentón de La Vera, or smoked paprika, stands out as a versatile seasoning widely used in Spanish cuisine. Crafted from freshly picked peppers that undergo a 15-day smoking process over encina oak wood fires, this pimentón offers a mild yet richly smoked flavor that distinguishes it from ordinary paprika found in most supermarkets.
La Dalia remains the premier brand for Pimentón de La Vera, maintaining its reputation for producing Spain's finest smoked paprika using traditional stone mills.
Each autumn, La Dalia carefully hand-harvests the peppers before subjecting them to the smoke of encina oak wood fires for two weeks. After this process, the peppers are ground using traditional granite millstones, resulting in a silky, rust-red paprika with a deep, smoky flavor profile.
A must-having among Spanish groceries!
The Semi-Thin Fideuá Pasta is a variation of Fideuá, a dish similar to paella but using noodles instead of rice as the main ingredient.
The term "semi-thin" refers to the texture of the noodles, which are of intermediate thickness between fine and thick noodles. This specific texture can affect the gastronomic experience, as semi-fine noodles offer a balanced combination of liquid absorption and al dente texture when cooked in fish broth and other typical fideuà ingredients.
What is Fideuá?
The dish "Fideuá" is a traditional Mediterranean seafood dish originating from the coastal regions of Spain, particularly Catalonia and Valencia. It is similar to paella but instead of rice, it features short, thin noodles (called "fideos") cooked in a rich seafood broth along with a variety of seafood such as shrimp, squid, and mussels, as well as garlic, tomatoes, and spices like Spanish saffron. The dish is typically cooked in a wide, shallow pan and served with a squeeze of lemon and Alioli sauce on the side.
Cooking time: 8 minutes.
Experience the unparalleled taste and texture of our Whole Piquillo Peppers. With their extra quality, they are tender with a sweet and smoky flavor that will transport your palate to the heart of Spanish cuisine.
This a classic among the Spanish groceries. Piquillo peppers are a key ingredient in Spanish gastronomy, featured prominently in a wide range of dishes.
How to eat Piquillo peppers?
It's challenging to make a comprehensive list of how to eat piquillo peppers because their uses are endless. You can add them to your salad, slice them into strips to add to your potato salad, stuff them with seafood (we recommend Bonito del norte with mayonnaise or our king crab meat), or include them in your paella.
Our Seafood Paella Broth Aneto is made with 100% natural, top-quality ingredients following the traditional Spanish recipe, just as you would at home. Thanks to this production process, Aneto manages to preserve all the flavor of a 100% homemade broth.
The Seafood Paella Broth is made following the traditional Spanish recipe. They sauté onions, tomatoes, and garlic in extra virgin olive oil over very low heat. Then, they season with paprika and a touch of saffron, and add all the seafood and rock fish to the sauté, and continue cooking gently for over 2 hours, gradually adding our Fish Broth.
An essential for many Spanish sauces and Paella
The Dried Red Pepper Ñoras is a pepper characterized by its small size, its rounded shape and its red color. It is usually left in the sun for its subsequent drying.
Known in Spanish as "Ñoras", its flavor is unique and distinctive, making it difficult to describe precisely. These are a type of dried red pepper characterized by their sweetness and a subtle smoky undertone. They possess a complex flavor profile that combines fruity and mildly spicy notes with an earthy, smoky background. Their flavor intensifies during the drying process, imparting additional depth and richness.
What is Ñora?
Ñoras is a dried red pepper commonly used in Spanish cuisine to impart a unique flavor to dishes such as sofritos, sauces, stews, and rice dishes. Their flavor is essential to many traditional recipes like Paella, Fideua or some sauces like mojo picon, and adds a distinctive dimension to Mediterranean gastronomy.
The Natural Chicken Broth Aneto is made with 100% natural, top-quality ingredients following the traditional Spanish recipe, just as you would at home. Thanks to this production process, Aneto manages to preserve all the flavor of a 100% homemade broth.
They select the best Free-Range Chicken and the freshest vegetables, carefully wash all the ingredients, and simmer them over low heat for more than 3 hours. The only ingredients in our chicken broth are fresh vegetables, sea salt, and Animal Welfare Certified free-range bone-in chicken.
Awards: Aneto Chicken Broth won the SOFI Silver Award for Best Broth in 2020.
The Bittersweet Paprika Pimentón by Chiquilín is a premium-quality paprika product that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and bitterness, offering a unique flavor profile to elevate your dishes.
Made from the finest Spanish peppers meticulously selected and processed with care, this paprika adds depth and complexity to a variety of culinary creations.
Whether used as a seasoning for meats, stews, or sauces, or as a vibrant garnish to enhance visual appeal, Chiquilín's Bittersweet Paprika Pimentón brings a touch of sophistication to your kitchen.
The paprika from Chiquilín is the result of drying and grinding the peppers, from the grinding of ripe fruits healthy and clean of pepper C. Annum, so it will provide very special nuances of flavor and color to your kitchen, either as a condiment or as decoration for some dishes.
Experience the rich, aromatic notes and nuanced taste that this product delivers, and indulge in the essence of Spanish cuisine with every sprinkle. A classic among Spanish groceries!
Introduced in Spain by Columbus, Paprika is a very rich condiment in nutrients and antioxidants which have numerous benefits such as stimulating the appetite, facilitating digestion and regulating cholesterol.
The Hot Smoked Paprika Pimenton by La Dalia offers a zesty and mildly spicy flavor profile that's perfect for enhancing the taste of barbecued meats, roasted potatoes, and various Spanish dishes, including paella.
This Pimentón de la Vera is milled from a blend of different Spanish peppers, resulting in a rust-red hue and intense smoky aroma, far superior to the bland varieties found in typical grocery stores.
Despite its "hot" designation, don't be intimidated! Spanish cuisine emphasizes rich flavor over intense spiciness. This paprika adds a delightful kick without overpowering the dish.
Pimentón de La Vera, or smoked paprika, stands out as a versatile seasoning widely used in Spanish cuisine. Crafted from freshly picked peppers that undergo a 15-day smoking process over encina oak wood fires, this pimentón offers a mild yet richly smoked flavor that distinguishes it from ordinary paprika found in most supermarkets.
La Dalia remains the premier brand for Pimentón de La Vera, maintaining its reputation for producing Spain's finest smoked paprika using traditional stone mills.
Each autumn, La Dalia carefully hand-harvests the peppers before subjecting them to the smoke of encina oak wood fires for two weeks. After this process, the peppers are ground using traditional granite millstones, resulting in a silky, rust-red paprika with a deep, smoky flavor profile.
A must-having among Spanish groceries!
Master the Art of Paella with Our Polished Steel Paella Pan
Our Polished Steel Paella Pan is the traditional pan used by professional chefs to make authentic Spanish paella at home. Made with high-quality polished steel, this pan offers superior heat transmission and resistance, making it ideal for those with more experience in the kitchen.
Unlike enameled pans, the Polished Steel Paella Pan requires more precise maintenance to prevent rusting, and temperature control is crucial to avoid sticking. If you are an experienced paella chef, this pan will help you achieve the perfect socarrat and bring out the best flavors in your paella.
Why Choose Our Polished Steel Paella Pan?
- Preferred by Professional Chefs: Favored by paella experts for its high heat transmission and durability.
- Superior Heat Distribution: Polished steel conducts heat quickly and evenly, helping you achieve a perfectly cooked paella with a crispy socarrat.
- Maintenance Required: This pan requires regular maintenance to prevent rust, making it ideal for experienced cooks who are comfortable with the care it needs.
- Wide Range of Sizes: Available in multiple sizes to suit your needs, whether cooking for a small family or a large group of guests.
How to Use the Polished Steel Paella Pan for Perfect Results
To get the best results from your Polished Steel Paella Pan, it’s important to follow these steps:
- Control the Temperature: Maintain precise temperature control to avoid food sticking to the pan.
- Prevent Rusting: After each use, clean the pan thoroughly and dry it completely to prevent rusting. Apply a light layer of oil before storing.
- Add the Right Ingredients: Use paella rice, fideuá, Spanish condiments, and fresh toppings for an authentic taste.
For Beginners, Try the Enameled Steel Paella Pan
If you’re new to paella-making, we recommend starting with our Enameled Steel Paella Pan, which requires less maintenance and offers easier temperature control. For experienced chefs, however, the Polished Steel Paella Pan is the traditional choice for achieving the perfect dish.
Buy the Polished Steel Paella Pan Online
Bring the authentic taste of Spanish paella to your home with our Polished Steel Paella Pan. Order online at Iberico Taste and enjoy fast, reliable shipping across the USA. Choose from various sizes and showcase your paella master skills at your next gathering!
Level Your Paella Pan with Adjustable Tripod Legs
Our Adjustable Tripod Legs are the ideal solution for leveling your paella burner and pan, ensuring you achieve a perfectly cooked paella every time. Designed to accommodate various burner and paella pan sizes, these tripod legs are adjustable in both height and width to give you maximum flexibility. Whether you’re cooking outdoors or at home, these tripod legs help ensure even cooking by keeping your paella pan level.
Crafted from high-quality aluminum and manufactured by Garcima, a renowned Valencian brand specializing in paella pans and burners, these legs are durable, easy to transport, and simple to store when folded.
Why Choose Adjustable Tripod Legs for Paella Burners?
- Height and Width Adjustable: Easily adjust the height and width to accommodate different burner sizes and level the paella pan perfectly.
- Durable and Lightweight: Made from high-quality aluminum and galvanized iron, these legs are both durable and easy to carry.
- Compact and Foldable: When not in use, the legs fold up for easy transport and storage, making them perfect for outdoor paella cooking.
- Compatible with Various Burner Sizes: Suitable for burners from 11.8 inches to 23.6 inches in diameter, offering maximum versatility.
How to Use Adjustable Tripod Legs for Paella Burners
- Adjust the Height: Rotate the three supports to raise or lower the legs by a few centimeters to ensure perfect leveling of your paella pan.
- Adjust the Width: Slide the supports along the guide to fit different burner sizes, ensuring stability during cooking.
- Fold and Store: After use, fold the tripod legs for convenient storage and transport.
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Take your outdoor paella cooking to the next level with our Adjustable Tripod Legs. Order online at Iberico Taste and enjoy fast, reliable shipping across the USA. Pair them with your favorite paella burner and pan for an authentic Spanish cooking experience.
Cook Perfectly Sized Paellas with the Garcima Mod. 600 Paella Burner
The Paella Burner Garcima Mod. 600 is the ultimate solution for cooking paellas ranging from 2 to 40 servings. Equipped with three independent fire rings, this versatile burner provides full control over heat distribution, making it ideal for small family meals or larger gatherings. Like all Garcima burners, the Mod. 600 is known for its robust construction and is highly valued both nationally and internationally for its performance and reliability.
For easy maintenance and cleaning, the burner is coated with a vitrified enamel layer, ensuring a long-lasting, durable finish. For maximum comfort and safety while cooking, we recommend using the reinforced 3-legged stand to keep your setup stable and secure.
To connect the burner to a gas supply, you’ll need a hose (sold separately), available in our paella accessories collection.
Why Choose the Garcima Mod. 600 Paella Burner?
- Accommodates 2 to 40 Servings: Perfect for cooking both small and large paellas, from 2 to 40 portions.
- Independent Flame Control: Features three independent fire rings, giving you the ability to control heat distribution across different sections of the pan.
- Easy to Clean: The vitrified enamel coating ensures that the burner is easy to clean and maintain, extending its lifespan.
- Recommended Stand: For added safety and stability, use the reinforced 3-legged stand (sold separately) to support the burner during cooking.
How to Use the Garcima Mod. 600 Paella Burner
- Connect the Hose: Attach the burner to your gas supply using a hose and regulator (sold separately).
- Control the Flame: Use the three independent fire rings to adjust the flame and distribute heat evenly across your paella pan.
- Use with a Stand: Pair the burner with a reinforced 3-legged stand for a stable and comfortable cooking setup.
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The Garcima Mod. 600 Paella Burner is the ideal choice for cooking authentic Spanish paellas, whether you’re preparing a meal for two or serving up to 40 guests. Order online at Iberico Taste and enjoy fast, reliable shipping across the USA. Explore our collection of paella pans, burner stands, and paella accessories to create the perfect paella cooking experience.
The best Spanish rice for paella
Our Calasparra Rice for Paella is one of the best type of rice to make an authentic Spanish Paella, following the tradition. Choosing a good rice and best quality Paella ingredients is one of the keys to making your homemade paella a success, and Calasparra Rice is undoubtedly a guarantee of quality.
What is Calasparra Paella Rice?
Calasparra rice is a type of short-grain rice cultivated in the region of Calasparra, in the province of Murcia, Spain. It is characterized by its ability to absorb liquids without breaking apart, making it ideal for dishes such as paella, brothy rice dishes, and other traditional stews. Its unique texture and flavor have made it a highly prized ingredient in Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine overall. This rice is cultivated in terraced fields and mountainous areas, contributing to its uniqueness and quality.
Why to choose Calasparra Rice?
- Higher Yield: Thanks to its greater natural dehydration, the product absorbs a larger quantity of broth, resulting in each kilogram of rice yielding a greater number of servings.
- Resistance to Clumping: This is due to the consistent grouping of starch in the grain, with a low level of amylose.
- Natural Product: As it is irrigated with clean and fresh water, freshly released from reservoirs.
The Hot Paprika Powder by Chiquilin is a top quality Spanish paprika that will add a delicious spicy touch to your favorite dishes.
The Paprika from Chiquilin is the result of drying and grinding the peppers, from the grinding of ripe fruits healthy and clean of pepper C. Annum, so it will provide very special nuances of flavor and color to your kitchen, either as a condiment or as decoration for some dishes. Use it for dishes like paella, octopus, seasoning meats, or to create sauces with a spicy kick.
El Navarrico Fish Stock Fumet – Perfect for Seafood Paella
Create authentic Spanish seafood dishes at home with El Navarrico’s Fish Stock Fumet, a high-quality broth made with natural ingredients like seafood, fish, olive oil, and spices. This flavorful fumet is designed to elevate your seafood paella and fideuá with its rich, deep taste, ensuring your paella will be a true success.
Whether you’re an experienced chef or a home cook, this broth is your perfect companion for preparing a traditional seafood paella or any other seafood-based dish. Just add your favorite rice and seafood, and enjoy the incredible flavors of Spain in every bite!
Why Choose El Navarrico Fish Stock Fumet?
- Premium Quality: Made from natural ingredients without additives, offering an authentic seafood flavor.
- Ready to Use: Perfectly seasoned broth, ideal for cooking paella, fideuá, and other seafood dishes.
- Award-Winning Flavor: Recognized with the Great Taste 2021 award, ensuring exceptional taste and quality.
- Versatile: Suitable for preparing seafood rice, soups, and noodle dishes like fideuá.
- Authentic Spanish Recipe: A traditional seafood broth crafted in Spain, giving your dishes a genuine, homemade taste.
How to Use El Navarrico Fish Stock Fumet?
This fish stock fumet is ideal for creating seafood paella, but it’s also perfect for making fideuá, a Spanish noodle dish, or any seafood rice recipe. Here’s how to use it:
- Seafood Paella: Use the fumet as your broth base. Add the fumet to your paella pan along with your desired rice and seafood, simmering until the rice absorbs all the rich, flavorful broth.
- Fideuá: Replace rice with noodles and follow the same process as paella, letting the noodles soak up the seafood flavor.
- Seafood Soups & Stews: Incorporate the fumet into your favorite Spanish seafood soup recipes for an authentic taste.
What Makes El Navarrico Fish Stock Fumet Special?
- 100% Natural Ingredients: Made with fish, seafood, olive oil, and spices for a clean, authentic taste.
- Award-Winning: Winner of the Great Taste 2021 award, recognized for its excellence in flavor.
- Versatile Use: Perfect for paella, fideuá, seafood soups, or any dish needing a flavorful broth.
- Authentic Spanish Craftsmanship: Crafted in Spain using traditional methods to ensure a rich and deep seafood flavor.
Nutritional Benefits
This natural broth is not only flavorful but also nutritious, containing essential nutrients from seafood, like proteins and omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart and brain health.
- Rich in Protein: Supports muscle growth and repair.
- Low in Fat: A healthier option for your homemade seafood dishes.
- Natural Ingredients: Free from artificial additives and preservatives.
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Make your seafood paella a culinary masterpiece with El Navarrico Fish Stock Fumet. Order now from Iberico Taste and enjoy fast delivery across the U.S. Bring the flavors of Spain to your kitchen and experience award-winning quality in every dish!
Our Paella Seasoning with Saffron by Carmencita is the most traditional seasoning for Paellas in Spain. It is a powder made with a blend of spices with authentic Spanish saffron to ensure the success of your Paellas or any rice dish recipe.
It will allow you to cook a delicious, flavorful Spanish rice dish without being an expert in the kitchen, simply by following the instructions included in the package. It contains 5 sachets, which are enough to cook up to 30 servings in total.
How to use the Paella seasoning?
It is very easy to use: the sachet contains all the flavor your rice dish needs to be cooked quickly. Just include the paella rice and the rest of the ingredients in your paella pan as directed in the included instructions, and that's it!
Our Gourmet Spanish Saffron spice are 100% authentic dried saffron filaments obtained from the stigmas of Crocus sativus L flowers.
Saffron is a versatile ingredient that plays an important role in Spanish cuisine, imparting flavor, aroma, and color to a variety of traditional dishes. A gourmet Spanish condiment!
How to use Spanish Saffron?
In Spanish cuisine, saffron is an iconic and highly prized ingredient used in a variety of traditional dishes. Some of the most common uses of saffron in Spanish cooking include:
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Paella: the main Spanish saffron rice dish is the Paella, where this spice is a key ingredient, giving a distinctive golden color and flavor from saffron.
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Rice dishes: In addition to paella, saffron is used in a wide range of rice dishes, such as arroz negro, arroz con pollo, and arroz caldoso, to add flavor and color.
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Sofritos and stews: Saffron is added to sofritos and stews to give them depth of flavor and a touch of color. It pairs well with ingredients like onion, garlic, tomato, and peppers.
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Sauces: Saffron is used to infuse flavor and color into sauces such as Spanish sauce, seafood sauce, and saffron sauce, which are served over fish, seafood, and meats.
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Desserts: Though less common, saffron is also used in some Spanish desserts such as rice pudding and custards to add a unique flavor and a touch of color.
Awards: This top-range product has been awarded the prestigious Superior Taste Award in 2021, an internationally recognized accolade endorsed by an independent jury comprising over 200 chefs and sommeliers from around the world.
Connect Your Paella Burner with Ease Using Our Paella Hose and Regulator
The Paella Hose and Regulator is an essential accessory for making authentic Spanish paella. Designed to connect your paella burner to the gas supply, this high-quality hose and regulator ensures a safe and controlled gas flow, giving you the perfect flame to cook your paella evenly.
This must-have accessory is imported from Spain, guaranteeing durability and reliability for your paella cooking setup. Whether you're cooking indoors or outdoors, the Paella Hose and Regulator make it easy to manage the heat and achieve the perfect paella.
Why Choose the Paella Hose and Regulator?
- Essential for Paella Cooking: Connects your paella burner to the gas supply with ease, ensuring you have the perfect flame control for cooking.
- Quality Imported Product: Made with high-quality materials and imported directly from Spain, ensuring durability and reliability.
- Safe and Easy to Use: Allows you to regulate the gas flow, making it easy to control the heat and cook your paella evenly.
- Compatible with Paella Burners: Suitable for use with a wide range of paella burners, providing the ideal flame for authentic paella cooking.
How to Use the Paella Hose and Regulator
- Connect to the Burner: Attach the hose to your paella burner.
- Connect to the Gas Supply: Secure the other end of the hose to your gas tank.
- Regulate the Flame: Use the regulator to control the gas flow and adjust the flame for perfect paella cooking.
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Ensure safe and easy connection for your paella burner with our Paella Hose and Regulator. Order online at Iberico Taste and enjoy fast, reliable shipping across the USA. Pair it with our wide selection of paella burners and paella accessories to complete your setup for the perfect Spanish paella.
Frequently Asked Questions if You Want to Buy Paella Supplies
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that originated in the region of Valencia. It is a rice-based meal typically cooked in a wide, shallow pan called a paella pan. Paella is known for its rich flavors, vibrant colors, and the combination of ingredients like Bomba rice, saffron, and a variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables.
There are several types of paella, the most common being:
- Paella Valenciana: made with rabbit, chicken, and sometimes snails.
- Seafood Paella: featuring a mix of seafood like shrimp, mussels, and calamari.
- Mixed Paella: a combination of meats and seafood.
The dish is cooked over an open flame or stove, allowing the rice to absorb the broth and develop a slightly crispy layer called socarrat at the bottom. Paella is a symbol of Spanish cuisine, celebrated for its flavor, communal nature, and cultural importance.
Paella is a flavorful and hearty dish that pairs well with a variety of sides and accompaniments. Here are some great options to serve with paella:
- Spanish Bread (Pan de Barra or Pan Rustico)**: Crusty, rustic bread is perfect for soaking up the delicious flavors of the paella.
- Aioli: A garlicky mayonnaise-like sauce often served with seafood paella, adding a creamy, tangy contrast to the dish.
- Ensalada Mixta: A simple Spanish salad with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and olives, dressed in olive oil and vinegar. It offers a refreshing complement to the rich flavors of paella.
- Grilled Vegetables: Lightly seasoned and grilled zucchini, peppers, and asparagus provide a healthy and tasty side.
- Spanish Tapas: Small plates like patatas bravas (fried potatoes with spicy sauce), jamón ibérico or calamares make great starters or sides.
- Manchego Cheese: A platter of Manchego cheese and Spanish olives can be served as a light appetizer or alongside the paella.
- Spanish Wine: A glass of Albariñ* or Verdejo (white wines) pairs well with seafood paella, while a Rioja (red wine) complements meat-based paellas.
- Sangria: This classic Spanish cocktail, made with wine and fruit, is a festive and refreshing pairing.
- Tinto de Verano: A lighter alternative to sangria, this refreshing mix of red wine and soda is a popular Spanish drink to enjoy with paella.
These sides enhance the flavors of paella without overpowering the dish, creating a well-rounded, Spanish-inspired meal.
Paella is pronounced as "pah-AY-yah" in Spanish. Here's a breakdown:
- Pa" sounds like "pah" (as in "pat").
- e" sounds like "ay" (like in "day").
- "lla" is pronounced like "yah" (similar to "yeah" but with a softer "y" sound).
So, it’s pah-AY-yah.
The basic ingredients for a traditional Paella include bomba rice or calasparra rice, Spanish saffron, chicken or fish broth, extra virgin olive oil, and sofrito (onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and tomato). Additionally, ingredients such as chicken, rabbit, seafood (prawns, mussels, squid), green beans, and peppers are commonly added, depending on regional variations or personal preferences. These ingredients are cooked together in a wide, shallow Paella pan, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors of the broth and ingredients, resulting in a flavorful paella with tender, loose grains.
While technically you can use any type of rice to make paella, to achieve the authentic flavor and texture of this traditional Spanish dish, it is recommended to use short or medium-grain rice, such as bomba rice or calasparra rice. These types of rice have the ability to absorb liquid without falling apart, which is crucial for achieving a perfectly cooked paella with grains that are both loose and tender. Additionally, bomba rice and calasparra rice have a greater capacity to absorb the flavors of the broth and ingredients in the paella, which significantly contributes to the final result of the dish. Therefore, while not strictly necessary, using the right type of rice can make a difference in the quality and authenticity of your paella.
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Fideuà is a traditional Spanish dish, originating from the Valencian Community, that resembles paella but instead of rice, it is made with thin noodles. Fideuà typically includes seafood such as prawns, mussels, squid, and fish, although it can also contain chicken or rabbit. The noodles are first browned in olive oil along with garlic and sometimes onion, then fish stock, saffron, and paprika are added for flavor. The dish is cooked in a paella pan or large skillet and traditionally served with alioli, a garlic and oil sauce, on the side. Fideuà is a delicious and popular choice in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in the coastal regions of Spain.