Creamy Paprika and Garlic Rice | Possibly the GREATEST Rice Dish EVER

smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Regular paprika is less expensive but lacks the smoky flavor.

vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce costs, though it will lack flavor.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color but has a different flavor profile.

chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more affordable and quicker to prepare.

Add 4 cups of vegetable broth into a saucepan and heat over medium-high heat.

In a large fry pan, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Finely dice 1 small onion and thinly slice 6 cloves of garlic.

Add the garlic and onion to the pan, mixing continuously to coat in olive oil and prevent browning.

After 3-4 minutes, when the onion is translucent and garlic is lightly sautéed, add 2 teaspoons of sweet smoked Spanish paprika and mix well.

Add 1/2 cup of tomato sauce and season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper; mix and simmer for a couple of minutes without stirring.

Once the tomato sauce has thickened after about 3 minutes, add 1 cup of Spanish round rice and lightly cook for 1-2 minutes while mixing continuously.

Pour in the simmering vegetable broth into the fry pan and cook the rice for about 15 minutes on medium heat, stirring every 1-2 minutes.

After 15 minutes, when most of the broth is absorbed but some remains, place a lid on the pan and remove from heat, letting it sit for 4-5 minutes to steam.

Finely grate 1/2 cup of Manchego cheese.

After 5 minutes, uncover the rice, add the grated cheese, and mix well to incorporate.

Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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