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Savor Delicious Spanish Paella: Your New Favorite Feast

Experience the vibrant flavors of Spanish Paella, a customizable and quick one-pan dish that brings communal dining to life.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Short-Grain Rice Arborio rice works in a pinch.
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 pinch Saffron Can substitute with turmeric for color.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be substituted.
  • 1 large Onion Chop into small pieces.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use as much as desired for flavor.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Can swap with zucchini or artichokes.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Fresh or canned will work.
For the Proteins
  • 1 pound Chicken Chicken thighs preferred for flavor.
  • 1 pound Seafood Mix of shrimp, mussels, and clams.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Sweet paprika can replace it.
  • 1 cup Green Peas Frozen peas are convenient.

Equipment

  • Paella pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Begin by gathering and preparing all your ingredients for Spanish Paella.
  2. In a large paella pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, garlic, and bell peppers, sauté for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add chicken pieces into the sofrito mixture, searing them for about 8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Stir in the rinsed short-grain rice, saffron, and smoked paprika, mixing thoroughly for about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in hot broth, ensure it covers the rice mixture evenly without stirring.
  6. Nestle mussels, shrimp, and clams on top of the rice without stirring, cover, and let steam.
  7. Remove from heat and let sit covered for another 5-10 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Paella is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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