paella

American  

[pahy-ey-yuh] / paɪˈeɪ yə /

noun

1. a Spanish dish prepared by simmering together chicken, seafood, rice, vegetables, and saffron and other seasonings.

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paella British  

/ paɪˈɛlə, paˈeʎa /

noun

1. a Spanish dish made from rice, shellfish, chicken, and vegetables

2. the large flat frying pan in which a paella is cooked

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Etymology

Origin of paella

1890–95; < Spanish < Catalan: literally, frying pan, pot < Middle French paella < Latin patella pan. See patella.

Example Sentences

There’s only so much suckling pig and paella one could handle, so I found myself seeking the finest examples of tomato bread, city by city.

From Salon

Also consider one-pot meals such as paella or pasta dishes that are convenient to plate up.

From Seattle Times

Only one dish features rice, and it’s a seafood paella.

From Salon

Gift mom a day of learning to cook pizza, Mediterranean mezzes, Spanish paella, and other delicious cuisines.

From Seattle Times

Savory rice dishes like paella, biryani or Jollof rice showcase the grain's ability to absorb and enhance savory flavors.

From Salon