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      Paella “Made in Spain”.

      The typical Spanish paella, originating in the fields of Valencia (15th-16th centuries), was born as a humble peasant dish using rice, rabbit, chicken, snails and local vegetables cooked in a wide pan called paella (from the Latin patella). Over time, it became popularized and diversified with seafood ingredients, becoming a Spanish icon, with its traditional version (Valencian) being defined by its ingredients from the garden, while other variants (seafood, mixed) emerged adapting to the coast and international demand, especially since the tourist boom. Arab influence The Arabs introduced rice cultivation in the Iberian Peninsula, improving irrigation systems. Peasant recipe Valencian farmers cooked it outdoors, using rice, chicken, rabbit, snails and vegetables (green beans, garrofón). The name comes from the large, flat pan in which it is cooked, called paella (from the Latin patella). Eighteenth century: first written records in cookbooks, consolidating its popularity in the region. Variants: Seafood versions (with seafood) arose near the coast, and later the mixed version, combining meat and seafood. Diffusion: It became a national dish in celebrations and banquets, promoted by historical figures and universal expositions. Internationalization: After the Civil War and the tourist boom (1960s), it became popular worldwide, adapting to local ingredients and becoming a culinary symbol of Spain. Authentic Valencian Paella. Key Ingredients: Rice, chicken, rabbit, garrofón, flat green beans, tomato, saffron, olive oil, salt and sometimes snails. Character: A dish that represents the gathering, the tradition and the pride of the Valencian orchard. P.S. Always remember; the only one that receives the name of paella is the Valencian paella, the others are rice with things, (seafood rice, vegetable rice). Paella is the container where the rice is made and paellera is the lady who made the rice.

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