Paella with fish

Cookinero 4 April 2025

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In the 15th century, paella was considered a poor man's food in Spain. The dish was invented by the inhabitants of the Albufera lake area in Valencia. In that area, peasants grew rice, which was their main food. They added to the cereal whatever food they had left at home - meat, fish, vegetables, beans, spices. They cooked it in a frying pan. Today, paella is served in the best restaurants in the world. But this Spanish delicacy can also be prepared at home using simple ingredients.

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the fish. Lightly salt and pepper the fish. Set aside in a separate bowl for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Fry the vegetables. In a frying pan, fry the onion and garlic in oil until golden brown. Add red pepper and peas to the pan. Salt. Fry for another 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Prepare the paella. Fry the fish in a separate pan. Transfer it to the vegetables, add rice and saffron. Pour in enough water to cover the grains completely. Simmer under a lid over medium heat for 15-20 minutes.