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Spanish Seafood Paella: A Taste of Coastal Spain

Spanish seafood paella is a classic Mediterranean dish that combines saffron-infused rice, tender seafood, and bold Spanish spices for a vibrant, flavorful meal. Whether for a family gathering or a special occasion, this one-pan dish is sure to impress with its authentic taste and stunning presentation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Spanich-Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Seafood Paella Base
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ onion diced
  • ½ red bell pepper diced
  • 1 tube squid cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 12 raw jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 fresh mussels cleaned
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil 80 ml
  • ½ cup tomato sauce 112 grams
  • ½ tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika 1.3 grams
  • 2 ½ cups fish broth 600 ml
  • ¼ tsp saffron threads or powder 0.17 grams
  • 1 cup uncooked round rice 200 grams
  • 2 lemon wedges
  • Handful of parsley finely chopped
  • Sea salt & black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Mince the garlic, dice the onion and red bell pepper, clean and slice the squid, peel and devein the shrimp, and clean the mussels.
  2. Cook the Base: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or paella pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic, onion, and red bell pepper for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Tomato Sauce and Spices: Stir in the tomato sauce and smoked paprika, cooking for 2 minutes to develop the flavors.
  4. Cook the Seafood: Add the squid to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Arrange the shrimp and mussels evenly in the pan.
  5. Add the Rice: Sprinkle the uncooked rice evenly over the pan without stirring.
  6. Infuse with Broth and Saffron: Dissolve saffron in warm fish broth and pour evenly over the rice and seafood. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
  7. Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to low heat. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the rice absorbs the broth.
  8. Rest and Serve: Remove from heat, cover with a clean towel, and let the paella rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.