Authentic Spanish Seafood Paella

This traditional Spanish seafood paella is a dish that brings the tastes of Spain to your table. This dish tastes like it was made on the sunny shores of the Mediterranean. It has seafood, saffron-infused rice, and fragrant vegetables. Its great for a special event or a cozy dinner at home.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 pinch saffron threads
• 1 lb mixed seafood such as shrimp, clams, mussels
• 1/2 lb squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 tomato, grated
• 1 1/2 cups Spanish short-grain rice such as Bomba or Calasparra
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a simmer

Add saffron threads, remove from heat, and let steep for 10 minutes

In a large paella pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add onion and cook until translucent

Add garlic, bell pepper, and tomato

Cook until vegetables are softened

Add mixed seafood and squid

Cook for 2-3 minutes

Stir in rice and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to absorb flavors

Pour in white wine and simmer until mostly evaporated

Strain the saffron-infused broth into the pan

Season with salt and pepper

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low

Cook for 15-20 minutes, without stirring, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges