Ingredients for Smoked Ham Paella
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 1/2 cups paella rice
- 8 ounces smoked ham
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 8 ounces cooked prawns
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
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How to Make Smoked Ham Paella
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large paella pan or wide, shallow frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and golden.
- Add 1 red bell pepper, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 1 ½ cups paella rice. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in 8 ounces smoked ham, diced; 4 cups hot chicken or vegetable stock; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; and ½ teaspoon turmeric. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes.
- Gently stir in 8 ounces cooked prawns and ½ cup frozen peas. Cover and cook for a further 3-4 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Do not stir frequently during the simmering process.
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 2-3 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional) and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
48 g
Sugar
29g
Fat
17g
Carbs
19g
