Description
A vibrant and flavorful Spanish dish, this seafood mix paella combines saffron-infused rice with a delicious assortment of shrimp, calamari, mussels, and scallops. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for a hearty, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of seafood mix (shrimp, calamari, mussels, scallops)
- 1 ½ cups of Arborio rice
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 tsp saffron threads
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes
- ½ cup of frozen peas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges and parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by gathering all ingredients. Dice the onion, chop the bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
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Start Cooking Base: In a large skillet or paella pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
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Add Tomatoes and Rice: Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes. Then, add the Arborio rice, stirring to coat it well with the vegetable mixture.
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Infuse with Saffron and Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the saffron threads. Increase heat until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
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Incorporate Seafood and Peas: Add the seafood mix and peas into the skillet. Stir gently, allowing the seafood to cook evenly within the rice mixture. Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the seafood is fully cooked and the rice has absorbed most of the liquid.
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Finish and Garnish: Once the rice is tender and the seafood is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
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Serve: Dish out warm and enjoy with additional lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
This seafood paella is a vibrant Spanish-inspired dish, rich in flavor from the saffron-infused rice and the mix of fresh seafood. It’s ideal for special occasions or a cozy dinner with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1,5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8,5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg