Traditional Paella Valencian recipe

Paella Valenciana is one of the most iconic and tasty recipes of Spanish cuisine, originating from the Valencia region.This recipe combines seafood, meat and vegetables with rice and spices, perfectly capturing the essence of the Mediterranean cuisine.Here is how you can prepare an authentic Paella Valenciana at home.

#### Ingredients:
- 300g of short grain rice, pump or burrow
- 100g of green beans, cut into pieces
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 2 mature tomatoes, chopped
- 400g of chicken, cut into pieces
- 200g rabbit, cut into pieces (optional)
- 100g of fresh peas
- 2 cloves of garlic, wrinkled
- Safron or food coloring
- 1 liter of chicken broth or vegetables
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh Rosemary
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon cut in slices, to serve

#### Special Equipment:
- Paellera (paella pan) or a wide and shallow frying pan

#### Preparation Mode:
1. ** Initial preparation: **
Heat paellera or frying pan over medium heat and add a generous wire of olive oil.Add the chicken and rabbit, season with salt and pepper, and fry until they are very golden on all sides.Remove the meat and set aside.

2. ** sautéing the vegetables: **
In the same oil, add garlic, onion, green beans and peppers.Saute for a few minutes until they start softening.Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until the mixture is homogeneous.

3. ** Adding spices: **
Mix turmeric or food dye, adjust salt and pepper.Cook for a minute to release the aromas.

4. ** incorporating rice and liquids: **
Add the rice, mix well so that all grains are covered with vegetables and spices.Return the chicken and rabbit to the pan, spreading evenly.Pour the chicken broth until covering all ingredients.Adjust the heat so that the broth keeps a light boil.

5. ** Cooking Paella: **
Cook for approximately 20-25 minutes until most of the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is al dente.In the last 10 minutes, add the peas and spread them over the rice.

6. ** Finishing: **
Remove from heat and let paella rest for several minutes.Decorate with rosemary branches and lemon slices around Paellera.

7. ** serving: **
Serve Paella directly from Paellera, accompanied by lemon slices that can be squeezed over rice to add a touch of freshness.

#### Tips:
- Do not move the rice during cooking, to allow a delicious crust to form in the background, known as "Socarrat".
- If you prefer a paella with more seafood, feel free to add prawns or squids along with the chicken.

Enjoy this delicious and traditional Spanish recipe with friends and family, accompanied by a good Spanish wine or bleeding.Enjoy!