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Seafood Paella

Irresistible Seafood Paella Recipe with 3 Secret Tips

A classic Spanish dish with rice, saffron, and a mix of seafood.

  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups short-grain rice
  • 4 cups fish or chicken stock
  • 1/2 tsp saffron threads
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 1/2 lb mussels, cleaned
  • 1/2 lb clams, cleaned
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large paella pan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened.
  3. Stir in tomatoes and paprika. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add rice and stir to coat with oil.
  5. Pour in stock and saffron. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Arrange shrimp, mussels, and clams on top of the rice.
  8. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes until seafood is done.
  9. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Use a wide pan for even cooking.
  • Do not stir the rice after adding the stock.
  • Fresh seafood works best.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Spanish
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: seafood, paella, Spanish rice dish