Spanish Paella with Saffron Rice
A classic Spanish dish made with flavorful saffron-infused rice and a variety of seafood. This paella is a perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- ●2 tablespoons ultra-extra virgin olive oil
- ●1 medium sweet onion
- ●1/2 pound spanish chorizo
- ●1 pound shrimp
- ●1 pound mussels
- ●1 cup uncooked spanish rice
- ●1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
- ●1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ●to taste salt
- ●chopped (optional) fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large paella pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and crispy.
- 3
Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is softened.
- 4
Add the shrimp and mussels and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are pink and the mussels are open.
- 5
Add the rice, saffron, smoked paprika, and salt. Stir to combine.
- 6
Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Add 2 cups of water to the pan and bring to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 9
Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.