How difficult is it to prepare Rice with prawns?

This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

How long does it take to prepare Rice with prawns?

The preparation time is 20 minutes and the cooking time is 30 minutes.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe is designed for 4 servings.

Can I substitute some ingredients?

Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.

How should I store this preparation?

Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Rice • 11 de Mar de 2020

Rice with prawns

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Paella is undoubtedly one of the emblematic dishes of Spanish cuisine, especially Valencian cuisine, and there is no diner who does not succumb to the charms of this rice. Today we bring you an exquisite recipe for you, we will teach you how to make rice with shrimps in a paella pan. Paella is a kind of pan with a large surface area, with two or more small handles and a shallow depth. This dish is ideal to share with family and/or friends since it is quite strong, high-yielding and delicious. Enjoy it with your favorite white wine

Recipe Summary

Preparation

20 min

Cooking

30 min

Servings

Difficulty

Intermediate

Instructions

Step 1

Clean the prawns thoroughly, reserve the tails and use the shells and heads to make a broth with water and salt.

Step 2

Peel the onion and chop it finely.

Step 3

Crush the garlic, the parsley branch, previously washed, and a few slices of saffron in a mortar. Book.

Step 4

In a pan with hot oil, sauté the onion carefully so that it does not burn, add the shelled peas and prawns and sauté all the ingredients. Add a glass of cognac and wait for the alcohol to evaporate.

Step 5

Add the hot cooking water, the pre-measured shrimp shells, the rice and the contents of the mortar. Check the salt point and let it boil for about 20 minutes.