🥘 Traditional Spanish Paella Recipe

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🥘 Traditional Spanish Paella Recipe



Paella is a world-famous Spanish rice dish that originated in Valencia. It’s full of color, flavor, and can be made with seafood, chicken, or mixed meats. Here’s a classic seafood paella recipe that’s perfect for any occasion!

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 onion (finely chopped)

  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)

  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)

  • 1 green bell pepper (sliced)

  • 1 ½ cups (300g) short-grain rice (like Arborio or Bomba)

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • A pinch of saffron threads (optional but traditional)

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 3 cups (750ml) chicken or seafood stock (hot)

  • 200g (7 oz) shrimp (peeled and deveined)

  • 150g (5 oz) squid rings

  • 150g (5 oz) mussels (cleaned)

  • 1 lemon (cut into wedges)

  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Heat the oil in a large paella pan or wide skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.

  3. Stir in the rice, paprika, saffron, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the rice.

  4. Pour in the hot stock and spread the rice evenly. Do not stir after this point.

  5. Cook on medium heat for about 10 minutes uncovered.

  6. Add the shrimp, squid, and mussels on top. Gently press them into the rice.

  7. Reduce the heat and simmer for another 10–15 minutes until the rice is cooked and the seafood is done.

  8. Turn off the heat and cover with a clean towel. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes.

  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

💡 Tips:

  • Do not stir once the stock is added – this helps form the crispy bottom called “socarrat.”

  • You can substitute seafood with chicken or vegetables if preferred.


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