MIXED VEG PAELLA

8 servings, 40 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tbsp ghee

• 2-3 tbsp Sazon spice mix

• 1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed

• 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets

• 3 stalks celery, chopped

• 2 large garlic cloves, minced 

• 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed

• 5 cups veggie broth  

• 1/2 tsp saffron threads 

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Toppings: a bunch of fresh herbs such as mint & basil, roasted sunflower seeds, steamed kale, and fresh lemon juice. 

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. 

2. Heat ghee in large saucepan over medium heat (preferrable to use a pan that can transfer to the oven and is 10-12 inches wide).

3. Add 1 tbsp ground sazon spices to the ghee. Heat for 30 seconds. 

4. Add the veggies and garlic. Sauté for 5 mins, cover, adding water to pan if needed. 

5. Add rice sauté for 2-3 mins. 

6. Add the broth, saffron threads and another 1 tbsp of Sazon mix. Mix, adjust salt & pepper level to your liking, cover and simmer for 15 mins. 

7. Cover and bake in oven for 12 mins (carefully transfer to an oven safe pan if using a pot that is not safe for the oven). 

8. Top with any leftover sazon seasoning, toasted sunflower seeds, lots of fresh herbs and lemon juice.
   

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Recipe adapted from 101cookbooks.com

Notes

• Don't skimp on the toppings for this dish - the base has a lot of flavor but the toppings really bring it all together and balance the dish very well.

• If you are a vata or pitta - you can also add freshly made paneer to this dish for an extra protein kick. It goes great.

• If kapha - this dish is generally well balanced for you - the heaviness of the rice is balanced by the lightness of the veggies and seasoning - definitely don't skimp on the green herbs and steamed kale at the end. If looking for an extra protein kick - add sprouted mung beans!