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Paella Recipe

This Paella recipe is a vibrant and flavorful dish, featuring a perfect blend of seafood, meats, and aromatic spices. Ideal for gatherings and special occasions.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Spanish
Keyword: Paella, Spanish Recipe, Seafood, Rice Dishes, Mediterranean Cuisine
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Bomba rice
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood broth
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp saffron threads
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb mussels cleaned
  • 1 lb chicken cut into pieces
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large paella pan over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add chicken pieces; cook until browned on all sides.
  • Mix in diced tomatoes, saffron, and smoked paprika.
  • Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in the rice and reduce heat to low; simmer for 15 minutes without stirring.
  • Arrange shrimp and mussels on top of the rice; cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 4g