- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 550 kcal
Quick summary
“The delicious seafood paella is a Spanish feast worth making due to the complex flavor and crunchy texture of the rice with fresh seafood.”
What you need to know
- Utiliza arroz e diversos frutos do mar para um prato rico e variado
- O açafrão dota a paella de um sabor e cor únicos
- A cebola, alho e pimentão adicionam textura e sabor ao prato
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of rice
- 500g of cleaned shrimp
- 300g of mussels
- 200g of squid cut into rings
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cups of fish broth
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Principal
- Heat the olive oil in a paella pan and saute the onion and garlic until golden.
- Add the bell pepper and mix well.
- Add the rice and saffron, stirring for a few minutes until the rice becomes slightly translucent.
- Add the fish broth and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
- Place the seafood over the rice, covering with broth, and cook for another 15 minutes, without stirring.
- Turn off the heat and let the paella rest for a few minutes.
- Serve hot, decorating with fresh herbs if desired.
Chef's tips
- Use uma paellera para garantir que o arroz fique crocante no fundo
- Não mexa no prato durante a cozedura para manter a textura dos frutos do mar
- Tempere com cuidado, pois o açafrão pode tornar o prato muito salgado
Variations
- Inclua peixe ou frango para variar o sabor
- Adicione tomates cortados em cubos para um toque de frescor
- Use espinafres ou couve-flor para um toque verde no prato
Substitutions
- O açafrão pode ser substituído por caldo de tomate para dar cor ao arroz
- Se não tiver frutos do mar, use grão-de-bico ou lentilhas como base
- O caldo de peixe pode ser substituído por água com temperos
How to store
Paella should be served immediately after preparation, as the rice can absorb the broth excessively and become soft. For leftovers, store in a glass bowl and keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
Paella is not recommended for freezing, as the rice can absorb water during thawing and become mushy. If freezing, fluff the paella again before serving to ensure the crispy texture of the rice.
What to serve with
Serve the paella with a green salad or crispy toast to absorb the additional broth. A Spanish red wine perfectly complements the dish.
Frequently asked questions
Can paella be frozen?
Freezing paella is not recommended, as the rice can become mushy upon thawing.
What to do with leftover paella?
Store in a glass bowl and keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
How long should paella cook?
The rice should cook for about 10 minutes and the seafood for another 15 minutes, without stirring.
What are the best herbs to decorate paella?
Herbs like basil, mint, or thyme can be used to garnish the paella.
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