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Paella is Spain's most famous rice dish and a defining symbol of Valencian cuisine. This traditional Spanish rice dish originated in Valencia and uses saffron-infused rice, olive oil, vegetables, and proteins—typically rabbit, chicken, or seafood—cooked in a wide, shallow pan. The dish represents Spain's most iconic culinary export and remains one of the world's most recognized national dishes, celebrated for its rich flavors, shared dining experience, and deep cultural signi