Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 4-6
Transport yourself to the sunny coasts of Spain with Spanish Paella with Seafood, a vibrant and aromatic dish that brings together saffron-infused rice, fresh seafood, and colorful vegetables. 🌊✨ Perfect for gatherings or a special family dinner, this iconic Spanish dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients For Spanish Paella with Seafood
☑2 tablespoons🥄 olive oil
☑1 onion, finely chopped
☑3 garlic cloves, minced
☑1 red bell pepper, diced
☑1 cup arborio or paella rice
☑1/4 teaspoon🥄 saffron threads, soaked in 2 tablespoons warm water
☑1 teaspoon🥄 smoked paprika
☑1/2 cup dry white wine
☑3 cups seafood or chicken broth, warmed
☑1/2 cup diced tomatoes
☑1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
☑1/2 pound mussels, cleaned
☑1/2 pound squid, sliced into rings
☑1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
☑Lemon wedges and fresh parsley for garnish
Cooking Steps For Spanish Paella with Seafood
- 🥧Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large paella pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, and sauté until softened. - 🥧Toast the Rice
Add the rice to the pan and stir for 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted. Stir in the saffron-infused water, smoked paprika, and diced tomatoes. - 🥧Add the Broth
Pour in the warm broth and wine, stirring to combine. Spread the rice evenly in the pan and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently without stirring for 10-15 minutes. - 🥧Add the Seafood
Nestle the shrimp, mussels, and squid into the rice. Cover the pan with a lid or foil and cook for another 10 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked and the mussels have opened. - 🥧Finish with Peas and Garnish
Sprinkle peas over the paella and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the paella rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.
“A true taste of Spanish Paella with Seafood is a celebration of bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and culinary tradition.”
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