Shrimp and Garlic Paella
A classic Spanish dish with succulent shrimp, garlic, and saffron-infused rice. Perfect for a dinner party or special occasion.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Shrimp (gambas)
- ●4 cloves Garlic (ajillo)
- ●1/2 teaspoon Saffron threads
- ●1 cup Spanish rice
- ●1/2 pound Chorizo, sliced
- ●1 Red bell pepper, diced
- ●1 Tomato, diced
- ●2 tablespoons Olive oil
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large paella pan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the sliced chorizo and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
Add the diced red bell pepper and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Add the diced tomato and cook until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 6
Add the garlic and saffron threads, and cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add the Spanish rice and stir to combine with the vegetable mixture.
- 8
Cook the rice for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 9
Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- 10
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 11
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 12
Serve hot and garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.