Spicy Mediterranean Seafood Paella
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Servings
4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Calories
450
Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this exotic and gourmet seafood paella. Packed with a variety of seafood such as shrimp, mussels, and calamari, this dish is bursting with spicy and savory flavors. The combination of saffron, paprika, and cayenne pepper creates a rich and aromatic broth that perfectly complements the tender seafood and flavorful rice. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a fancy dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb mussels, cleaned
- 1/2 lb calamari, sliced into rings
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp saffron threads
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 cups seafood broth
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a paella pan and sauté onions, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
- Add rice, saffron, paprika, and cayenne pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in seafood broth and white wine, and bring to a simmer.
- Add shrimp, mussels, and calamari to the pan, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes or until seafood is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper before serving.
