Arroz a la Valenciana Especial | María Esther López

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric adds color and health benefits while being less expensive.

pork

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are cheaper and still flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and works well for frying.

Heat a paella pan and add a little oil to sauté the onions.

Add chopped onion and sauté until lightly browned.

Add chopped carrot and sauté for a few minutes.

Add minced garlic and chopped bell pepper; sauté until fragrant.

Incorporate shredded cooked chicken (about 1-2 chicken thighs).

Add 150-200 grams of butter and mix until melted with the chicken.

Add 1 pound of previously cooked rice and mix well with the vegetables.

In a separate bowl, mix 300 grams of ketchup, 1-2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon of mustard.

Combine the sauce mixture with the rice and vegetables, mixing thoroughly.

Add 190 grams of green peas and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cook for about 8 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld and the rice to achieve the desired consistency.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens