What is Paella?
The Spanish can be quite protective about what is and what isn’t a Paella. And yet, so many versions of this royal dish exist on the internet. Paella is made up of beautifully cooked veggies, tomato, seafood (or meat, like chicken and chorizo) and saffron-infused short-grain rice with a caramelized crust (known as socarrat) on the bottom. As long as you embrace the spirit of their cooking, your version of the Spanish Paella will be delicious. Don’t miss out on the saffron though, for it gives the Paella a gorgeous color and makes it fragrant. The best paella recipes will come in handy for National Paella Day (September 20th), as well as Cinco de Mayo celebrations. From classic Seafood Paella and Paella Valenciana, to innovative dessert paella, here are 17 easy paella recipes, with options for non-vegetarians, vegetarians and vegans. Next, try: The 21 Best Rice Dishes Ever
