Follow these steps for perfect results
chicken thighs
bone-in, skin on
Merguez sausage
small links
cauliflower
cut into pieces
caraway, ground
ground
smoked paprika
ground
paprika
ground
cumin
ground
harissa
Arborio rice
tomato sauce
chicken stock
salt
to taste
onion
diced
garlic
diced
extra virgin olive oil
dry wine
Brine chicken thighs with salt in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Mix ground spices together with a pinch of salt.
Cut sausage into discs and brown on each side in a pan. Remove and set aside.
Brown chicken skin side down in the sausage fat and olive oil until golden brown, then turn and brown the other side.
Remove chicken and set aside.
Add onion to the pan and cook until softened.
Add a spoonful of the spice mixture and cook until fragrant.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add cauliflower and cook for 5 minutes, adding more of the spice mixture.
Add wine and scrape the bottom of the pan.
Cook for a couple of minutes.
Add sausage and harissa and stir until well incorporated.
Add tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes, adding more spice mixture.
Add rice and distribute evenly across the pan.
Add chicken.
Add chicken stock.
Add the rest of the spice mixture and season with salt.
Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
Cook until rice is cooked through, about 20-30 minutes.
Cover the pan if needed.
Let sit off the heat for 2-4 minutes before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock.
Adjust the amount of harissa to control the spiciness.
Don't stir the paella too much while it's cooking, as this can release too much starch and make it sticky.
Let the paella rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to meld.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The chicken can be brined ahead of time.
Serve in the pan, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Serve with a side of crusty bread.
Pair with a simple green salad.
The recipe suggests using rose wine
A crisp, refreshing lager complements the richness of the paella.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Paella is a traditional Spanish rice dish.
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