Authentic Spanish Seafood Paella Recipe
Authentic Spanish Seafood recipe — Paella. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bomba rice (Short-grain rice preferred for paella.)
- 4 cups Chicken broth (Homemade or low-sodium for better flavor.)
- 1 lb Shrimp (Peeled and deveined.)
- 1 lb Mussels (Cleaned and debearded.)
- 1 lb Calamari (Cut into rings.)
- 1 cup Peas (Fresh or frozen.)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (Extra virgin for best flavor.)
- 1 clove Garlic (Minced.)
- 1 medium Onion (Chopped.)
- 1 tbsp Paprika (Smoked paprika adds depth.)
- 1 pinch Saffron (Soaked in warm water for flavor.)
- 1 lemon Lemon wedges (For serving.)
Instructions
5 steps
Sauté Base Ingredients
In a large paella pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
Make sure not to burn the garlic.Add Paprika and Rice
Stir in paprika, then add Bomba rice, stirring to coat grains in oil.
This helps the rice absorb flavors better.Pour in Broth
Add chicken broth along with soaked saffron, bring to a boil.
Do not stir once the broth is added.Cook Seafood
Reduce heat to low, arrange shrimp, mussels, and calamari over rice. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes.
Check for doneness; mussels should open.Add Peas and Serve
Sprinkle peas over the top, cover for another 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.
Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your spanish meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Authentic Spanish Seafood Paella Recipe is a beloved dish from Spanish cuisine.
Spanish cuisine celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients cooked with simplicity and flair. From tapas culture to regional specialties, Spain's food traditions are deeply rooted in community and celebration.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bomba rice is best, but you can use Arborio in a pinch.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
