Mallorcan Saffron Rice with Vegetables (Arroz Brut)
Dive into the heart of Mediterranean cuisine with this aromatic and colorful Mallorcan Saffron Rice with Vegetables. This dish brings the vibrant flavors of Spain's Balearic Islands to your table, combining the exotic essence of saffron with a bounty of fresh vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet or paella pan
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 tsp saffron threads
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet or paella pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate the red and green bell peppers, zucchini, and carrot into the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
- Warm the vegetable broth in a separate pot and add the saffron threads, allowing them to steep and release their color and flavor for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the rice with the sautéed vegetables, ensuring the grains are well coated with the oil and vegetable mixture.
- Pour the saffron-infused vegetable broth over the rice and vegetables, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet or pan, and let the rice cook for 20 minutes, or until it is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the skillet, mixing them into the rice.
- Once the rice is cooked and the peas are warm, remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
For an authentic Mallorcan touch, use fresh, seasonal vegetables from your local market.