"Paella" Fried Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
28%
"Paella" Fried Rice
35 min.
4
566kcal

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Are you craving a dish that bursts with flavor and offers a delightful twist on a classic favorite? Look no further than this vibrant "Paella" Fried Rice! Combining the rich, smoky taste of Spanish chorizo with hearty, cold-cooked rice, this dish transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal. Perfect for a lively lunch or a satisfying main course, it's a celebration of textures and tastes that everyone will love.

What makes this recipe truly special is its careful selection of wholesome ingredients tailored for all dietary needs. It’s not just gluten-free and dairy-free; it’s packed with nutritious elements like toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh cilantro that add a delightful crunch and a burst of color. The brilliant combination of spices — with cumin and hot red pepper flakes dancing together — infuses every bite with warmth and depth, transporting you to the sunny coasts of Spain.

In just 35 minutes, you’ll have a hearty meal that serves four, making it an ideal option for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With a balanced caloric content, this dish doesn’t just taste amazing; it also fits well into a healthy lifestyle. So, get ready to fire up your skillet and impress everyone around the table with this delicious and nutritious twist on a beloved classic!

Ingredients

  • oz chorizo dried spanish quartered cut into 1/4-inch-thick pieces (spicy pork sausage)
  • cups rice cold cooked
  • tablespoon cumin seeds 
  • cup cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • large onion chopped
  • 10 oz peas frozen
  • 0.3 cup pumpkin seeds green hulled toasted ()
  • large bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper dried red hot
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook cumin and red pepper flakes, stirring, 1 minute.
  2. Add onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until softened.
  3. Add chorizo and sauté over moderately high heat, stirring, until sausage begins to brown, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add rice, crumbling it, and salt. Sauté, stirring, until some grains begin to turn golden, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add peas and sauté, stirring, just until peas are heated through.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in pumpkin seeds and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Calories566kcal
Protein12.56%
Fat43.42%
Carbs44.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.83
Glycemic Load
51.91
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.747391265372%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
9.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:566.37kcal
28.32%
Fat:27.26g
41.94%
Saturated Fat:6.36g
39.77%
Carbohydrates:62.2g
20.73%
Net Carbohydrates:55.35g
20.13%
Sugar:7.57g
8.41%
Cholesterol:26.58mg
8.86%
Sodium:889.85mg
38.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.74g
35.48%
Vitamin C:84.9mg
102.91%
Manganese:1.45mg
72.32%
Vitamin A:2342.46IU
46.85%
Vitamin K:41µg
39.05%
Fiber:6.85g
27.39%
Phosphorus:241.93mg
24.19%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.82%
Iron:4.1mg
22.76%
Magnesium:89.52mg
22.38%
Vitamin E:3.12mg
20.77%
Folate:82.59µg
20.65%
Selenium:14.02µg
20.03%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.12%
Copper:0.35mg
17.61%
Zinc:2.34mg
15.61%
Vitamin B3:2.97mg
14.83%
Potassium:465.49mg
13.3%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.64%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.31%
Calcium:65.61mg
6.56%
Source:Epicurious