If you come to Valencia, you must have heard about the famous paella. In Valencia, the most famous paella is Valenciana, which consists of rice, chicken, green beans, and rabbit. Also, paella with seafood is eaten a lot in Valencia.
Paella in Valencia with seafood
I will give you some types of paella that I know:
1. Paella Valenciana
This is the original paella, hailing from the Valencia region. It is typically made with:
- Rabbit, chicken, and sometimes snails.
- Vegetables like green beans and garrofó (a type of large white bean).
- Saffron and rosemary for flavor.
2. Seafood Paella (Paella de Mariscos)
Popular along Spain’s coastal areas, this variation replaces meat with seafood such as:
- Shrimp, mussels, clams, and squid.
- Fish stock is used instead of chicken stock to enhance the flavor.
3. Mixed Paella (Paella Mixta)
A modern fusion combining meat and seafood. Common ingredients include:
- Chicken, chorizo, shrimp, mussels, and squid.
- A mix of both seafood and meat broths.
4. Vegetarian Paella (Paella de Verduras)
Ideal for vegetarians, this version swaps proteins for a variety of seasonal vegetables:
- Artichokes, bell peppers, asparagus, green beans, and zucchini.
- Sometimes chickpeas or other legumes are added for protein.
