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Seafood Paella

Seafood Paella
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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Seafood Paella, a dish that captures the essence of coastal cuisine right in your home. Bursting with fresh flavors, this one-pan meal brings together tender shrimp, succulent mussels, and delicate squid, all nestled in aromatic saffron-infused rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. With its cheerful presentation and rich taste, you’ll feel like you’re dining at a seaside restaurant without ever leaving your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
  • 1/2 to 1 lb. fresh squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 2 cups fresh tomato, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 3 to 4 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 pinch saffron threads
  • 2 cups Spanish paella rice
  • 4 to 5 cups chicken stock
  • 12 oz fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half crosswise
  • ½ pound mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded
  • Fresh parsley, finely diced for garnish
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 to 2 shallots, minced
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • ½ cup water

Instructions

  1. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large pan over medium heat; sauté onion until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and squid rings; cook for 2–3 minutes until squid is opaque.
  3. Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and saffron; mix well.
  4. Add paella rice, ensuring each grain is coated in the sauce.
  5. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer to allow rice absorption.
  6. After 15 minutes, layer shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and mussels on top; cover to steam.
  7. Cook until liquids are absorbed (about 10–15 minutes), then drizzle with olive oil and butter before serving.

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