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Paella

A Spanish rice dish originating from Valencia.

60 minutes
Serves 5
Dinner

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a wide, shallow paella pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides (about 5 minutes), then push them to the edges of the pan.

  2. 2

    Add the diced onion and sliced bell pepper to the center. Sauté until softened, then add the garlic and diced tomatoes. Cook for 2 more minutes.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle in the paprika, then add the rice. Stir the rice for 1-2 minutes until well coated with oil and slightly translucent at the edges.

  4. 4

    Pour in the hot broth and the steeped saffron (with its water). Season with salt. Stir once to distribute ingredients evenly, then *stop stirring*.

  5. 5

    Bring to a vigorous simmer for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Arrange the shrimp and mussels (hinge down) gracefully over the rice.

  6. 6

    Cook for another 10-15 minutes without stirring until the liquid is absorbed, the shrimp are pink, the mussels open, and a crispy crust (socarrat) forms on the bottom. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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