Ingredients
– 2 cups Bomba or Arborio rice
– 4 cups chicken broth (or seafood broth)
– 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped
– 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 pound mussels, cleaned
– 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into pieces
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Lemon wedges, for serving
– Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Follow these steps to create Tasty Spanish Paella:
1. Prepare the Broth: In a pot, heat the chicken or seafood broth. Add saffron threads and let it simmer to infuse the flavors.
2. Heat Oil: In a large paella pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pan. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook until browned on all sides.
5. Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped red bell pepper and green peas. Cook for a few minutes until they soften.
6. Add Rice: Pour in the rice and stir to coat it in the oil and mix with the vegetables.
7. Stir in Broth: Carefully add the saffron-infused broth to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
8. Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes without stirring. This allows the rice to absorb the flavors and develop a crust at the bottom.
9. Add Seafood: After 20 minutes, arrange the shrimp and mussels on top of the rice. Cover the pan and cook for another 5-10 minutes until the seafood is cooked through and the mussels have opened.
10. Rest the Paella: Remove the pan from heat and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
11. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
By following these steps, you’ll create a stunning and flavorful Tasty Spanish Paella that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 35g