Paella Valenciana

Ingredients

  • 200g chicken, chopped
  • 200g rabbit, chopped (optional, can substitute with additional chicken)
  • 400g paella rice
  • 1 litre chicken stock
  • 100g green beans
  • 100g white beans
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp saffron threads
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. In a large paella pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and rabbit; brown the meat.
  2. Add onion and garlic, cooking until translucent.
  3. Stir in tomatoes, green beans, and white beans.
  4. Add rice and saffron, mixing well. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cook without stirring until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with lemon wedges if desired.