Paella Pans

A paella pan is a large, shallow pan. Sometimes a paella pan is paired with a heat dispenser. A paella pan allows the flavors to blend while bringing the dish to the correct liquid content. Perfectly cooked paella should be moist, not soggy, with an al dente finish to the rice.

Paella pans are used for cooking as well as serving paella. Normally paella is made with shellfish, but it is a very flexible recipe and can be made with a variety of meats or just vegetables. In many Spanish villages for festivals and special occasions, they use a giant paella pan to cook and serve paella.

A paella pan usually comes with a tight fitting lid. Paella is made on the stove top, adding in rice, other ingredients, and spices to accommodate different cooking times. Paella recipes vary widely, depending on the cook. Every Spanish family and restaurant seems to have their own version.

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