Border Paella

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11
Border Paella recipe with vegetables
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion , diced
6 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
2 teaspoons oregano
1 large red pepper , chopped
1 large yellow pepper , chopped
4 medium tomatoes , ripe , chopped
1 1/4 cups arborio rice
3 cups vegetable stock or 3 cups water
1/2 lb green beans , trimmed and sliced into 1 inch lengths
fresh ground pepper
1/2 bunch cilantro , chopped
1/2 bunch parsley , chopped
1 bunch scallion , minced
aged cheddar cheese or parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
301
Sugar
6g
Fat
11g
Border Paella is a variation of the popular Spanish dish called paella. The dish originated from the northern part of Mexico and is known for its rich blend of spices, vegetables, and rice. This vegan version of Border Paella focuses on using plant-based ingredients like bell peppers, tomatoes, and green beans- all of which are abundant in Mexico. It's a classic comfort food that's usually served during family gatherings and special occasions.

Instructions

1.In a pot, heat olive oil then sauté onion and garlic.
2.Add red chili flakes, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, both bell peppers, and tomatoes.
3.Stir in arborio rice, add vegetable stock or water then continue cooking for 20 minutes in low-medium heat.
4.Add green beans and black pepper then simmer for a few minutes until the rice and green beans are cooked.
5.Garnish with cilantro, parsley, scallions, and cheese. Serve hot.

PROS

Border Paella is a hearty and flavorful vegan dish that’s perfect for those who are following a plant-based diet.
It’s also very filling and makes enough servings to feed a large family or have leftovers throughout the week.

CONS

Although this dish is very nutritious, it can be quite labor-intensive to prepare.
It takes time to chop all the vegetables and cook the rice to perfection.
Additionally, some people might not enjoy the spiciness of the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Border Paella is packed with nutrients and vitamins. The dish contains high amounts of fiber and protein from the vegetables and arborio rice. Green beans are also high in antioxidants that can help in reducing inflammation in the body. Additionally, this dish is low in fat and contains no cholesterol.

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