YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Spanish Seafood Paella with Saffron Rice
Saffron-infused Bomba rice simmered with succulent shrimp, tender mussels, and calamari rings for a vibrant, aromatic feast that captures the essence of the Mediterranean.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz shrimp
3 oz mussels
2 oz calamari rings
0.25 cup bomba rice
0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
0.25 cup onion
0.25 cup red bell pepper
1 clove garlic
0.25 cup tomato puree
1 cup seafood broth
0.13 tsp saffron threads
0.5 tsp smoked paprika
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley
1 wedge lemon
PREPARATION
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a wide paella pan or heavy skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, sautéing until the vegetables are softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and tomato puree, cooking for two minutes to develop a rich flavor base.
Add the Bomba rice to the pan, stirring for one minute to ensure every grain is toasted and coated in the oil.
Pour in the seafood broth and add the saffron threads, stirring once to distribute and then bringing the mixture to a simmer.
Arrange the shrimp, mussels, and calamari rings evenly across the top of the rice.
Reduce heat to low and cook undisturbed for 15 to 18 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Garnish the finished paella with fresh parsley and serve with a lemon wedge for a bright, citrusy finish.