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Seafood Paella: Discover This Irresistible Recipe Today!

A delicious and vibrant seafood paella recipe that combines shrimp, mussels, and vegetables with aromatic spices and rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound mussels cleaned
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet or paella pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in the red and green bell peppers, cooking for another 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
  3. Add the smoked paprika and saffron, stirring to combine. Cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.
  4. Add the Arborio rice and diced tomatoes, stirring to coat the rice with the oil and vegetables.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. After 15 minutes, add the shrimp and mussels, gently stirring them into the rice. Cover and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.
  7. Stir in the frozen peas and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños when cooking the vegetables.
  • Substitute the seafood with chicken or chorizo for a different flavor profile, adjusting the cooking time accordingly.

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