Spanish Vegan Paella
Spanish Vegan Paella is a flavorful and vibrant dish that embodies the essence of Spanish cuisine without the need for animal products. Made with ingredients like plump frozen peas, aromatic cracked pepper, and savory vegetable broth, this dish offers a tantalizing blend of spices and textures. It's a perfect balance of savory and satisfying flavors, with each bite transporting you to the sunny streets of Spain. Whether you're a vegan or simply looking for a delicious and wholesome meal option, Spanish Vegan Paella is sure to delight your taste buds and become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Equipment
- 1 small saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Fresh cracked pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large tomato
- 1 1/2 cups Bomba Rice
- 1 red bell pepper
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 1 teaspoon saffron threads
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, insert vegetable broth.
- In a 12-inch Paella Bowl, heat two tablespoons of oil and add the vegetables and spices.
- Sauté until the vegetables are tender and golden brown.
- Sauté for two minutes after adding the garlic.
- Combine the onions, spicy paprika, and sweet paprika in a mixing bowl.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes on high heat.
- In the same pan, add the rice and the leftover 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Put in the liquid slowly while adding the fresh thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
- Reduce the heat to a low simmer.
- Switch off the heat in the pan. Toss in the peas on top of the rice.