How to Prepare a Plant-Based Brown Rice Paella > 자유게시판

Making a vegan brown rice paella is a delicious way to enjoy the rich flavors of traditional Spanish paella while keeping it plant based and nutritious.

Start by gathering your ingredients.

You will need one and a half cups of brown rice.

300 ml of homemade or store-bought vegetable stock.

One large onion, finely diced.

3 garlic cloves, pressed or finely chopped.

A fresh red bell pepper, cut into thin strips.

One cup of thawed sweet peas.

One cup of roasted or boiled garbanzo beans.

A pinch of saffron threads soaked in two tablespoons of warm water.

One teaspoon of smoked paprika.

One tbsp of extra virgin olive oil.

Add kosher salt according to your preference.

Optional garnishes include fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Heat the olive oil in a wide shallow pan over medium heat.

Toss in the onion and sauté until soft and glowing, roughly 5 minutes.

Mix in the crushed garlic and cook just until its scent fills the air.

Cook the bell pepper until it loses its raw crunch and becomes tender.

Gently fold the rice into the mixture so every kernel is lightly glazed.

Allow the rice to brown slightly for 2 minutes, releasing its earthy aroma.

Pour the warm vegetable stock and saffron soak together into the pan.

Sprinkle in the smoked paprika and a careful dash of sea salt.

Stir gently and then let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.

Do not stir the rice again after this point; allowing it to cook undisturbed helps develop the coveted crispy bottom layer called socarrat.

Place a lid or foil over the pan and let it slow-cook for about 40 minutes.

Peek every 10 minutes to ensure moisture is retained.

If the pan looks dry, drizzle in a bit of hot water.

At the 30-minute mark, قیمت برنج قهوه ای evenly distribute the peas and chickpeas on top.

Put the cover back on and let it steam for the final 5–10 minutes.

Once the grains are soft and no excess liquid remains, take the pan off the stove.

Let it rest for five minutes covered.

The pause lets the spices settle and the rice achieve perfect tenderness.

Lightly separate the grains using a fork before plating.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Top with minced parsley and a citrus kiss of lemon.

Pair with warm artisanal bread or a fresh arugula salad.

This hearty, plant-powered paella delivers bold flavor, high fiber, and complete protein, making it an ideal wholesome choice for meals any day of the week.