Quick Paella

Yes, you can make your favorite Spanish dish in less than 30 minutes. Give it a try!

Serves 6  Prep Time 15 minutes  Cook Time 10 minutes

1/4 cup corn oil
1 teaspoon atsuete (annatto powder)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 piece red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 piece green bell pepper, sliced
3 pieces chorizo Bilbao, sliced
1/4 teaspoon Spanish paprika
2 pieces chicken cubes
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground pepper
3 to 3 1/2 cups cooked rice

1   Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add annatto powder and garlic, and cook.

2  Add in onions, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper—cook until aromatic.

3  Put in sliced chorizo, paprika, and chicken cubes. Season with salt and pepper.

4  Add in cooked rice and toss completely until color has blended. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Photography by David Hanson | Prop Styling by Sharlene Tan| Food Styling by Jun Jun De Guzman

• Mavs Apr 02 2010 @ 06:41pm Report Abuse

     

  When my mom cooks atsuete, she uses the seeds and not the powdered type. I think that's much better coloring for the rice.