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Spanish Dish Paella: A Delicious & Authentic Recipe

Spanish dish paella with saffron rice, shrimp, mussels, and red bell peppers
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Discover the secrets of Spanish dish paella! Learn how to make authentic paella with the best ingredients, cooking tips, and regional variations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Bomba or Calasparra rice
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup tomato puree
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 cup green beans
  • 1/2 lb chicken thighs, chopped
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, cleaned and deveined
  • 1/2 lb mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Ingredients: Soak saffron threads in warm broth for 5 minutes. Chop vegetables and prepare seafood/meat.
  • Heat the Pan: Add olive oil to a wide paella pan, heat over medium, and sauté onions, garlic, and smoked paprika.
  • Cook the Proteins: Brown the chicken, then remove. Sear shrimp and mussels briefly, then set aside.
  • Prepare the Base: Stir in tomato puree, red bell peppers, and green beans. Let it cook until softened.
  • Toast the Rice: Add Bomba rice, stirring to coat in the flavors.
  • Add the Saffron Broth: Pour in saffron-infused broth and spread rice evenly—do not stir.
  • Simmer Until Done: Let the rice cook for 15-20 minutes. Return the shrimp, mussels, and chicken to the pan.
  • Achieve Socarrat: Increase heat for the final 2 minutes to create the crispy rice layer at the bottom.
  • Rest & Serve: Remove from heat, let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve with fresh lemon wedges.

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Keywords: paella, Spanish cuisine, Spanish rice dish, seafood paella, traditional paella, easy paella recipe

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