Paella
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Paella (Spanish pronunciation: [paˈeʎa]) is a Valencian rice dish that originated in its modern form in the mid-19th century near lake Albufera, a lagoon in Valencia, on the east coast of Spain.
Many non-Spaniards view paella as Spain's national dish, but most Spaniards consider it to be a regional Valencian dish. Valencians, in turn, regard paella as one of their identifying symbols.
There are three widely known types of paella: Valencian paella (Spanish: paella valenciana), seafood paella (Spanish: paella de marisco) and mixed paella (Spanish: paella mixta), but there are many others as well. Valencian paella consists of white rice, green vegetables, meat (rabbit, chicken, duck), land snails, beans and seasoning. Seafood paella replaces meat and snails with seafood and omits beans and green vegetables. Mixed paella is a free-style combination of meat, seafood, vegetables and sometimes beans.
Most paella chefs use calasparra or bomba rices for this dish. Other key ingredients include saffron and olive oil.
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Paella Night
August 25,
2010, 5pm - 10pm
Tapas $6
Salmorejo Cold Spanish Soup
(V)
Herb & Garlic Mussels
Moorish Lamb Kabab
Chorizo, Mambrillo and
Manchego Kebab
Gambas al Ajillo (Garlic
Shrimp) The Big Dipper (V)
Bruschetta Serrano Ham,
Artichoke Dressing, Baby Arugula and Shaved Parmesan
~~ Paellas
Paella Valencia $23
The mother of all paellas! The Surf and Turf version with chicken, chorizo and seafood.
Seafood Paella $25
For seafood lovers! We make it with a variety of fish and shellfish, each adding its own flavor and texture to the dish.
Vegetarian Paella $21
This Vegetarian Paella is so moist, full of flavor, and
substantial, that you will
scarcely notice it is seafood and meat-free. This vegetarian paella will satisfy even the most avid carnivores.
Desserts $8
Churros and Sorbet
Churros are traditional Spanish desserts developed centuries ago
by Spanish shepherds.
Crema Catalana
Crema Catalana or Catalan Cream is Spanish for the dessert
called cr�me br�l�e in French. It is rich and creamy and melts in your mouth.
Orange Cake
A typical recipe from Valencia where the best oranges are
harvested.
Reservations Suggested!
5pm-10pm 703-942-8148
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Open Kitchen 7115 Leesburg Pike, #107 Falls Church, Virginia 22043 www.openkitchen-dcmetro.com
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