Spanish paella with seafood
4 servings
60 minutes
Spanish paella with seafood is a true embodiment of Mediterranean cuisine, rich in the aromas and flavors of the sea. Originating from Valencia, this dish symbolizes friendly gatherings and warm family meals. A rich fish broth fills the rice with depth of flavor, while shrimp, mussels, and seafood create a symphony of tenderness and richness. Tomatoes add a fresh tanginess, and spices give it a characteristic Spanish touch. Paella is cooked in a special pan that allows the ingredients to unfold and cook evenly. It is eaten straight from the pan, enjoying every bite infused with the aromas of the sea and sun. It is not just a dish but a true art that conveys the spirit of Spanish traditions and the atmosphere of the Mediterranean coast.
1
Cut the fish, place it in a pot, add water and bring to a boil, skim off the foam, reduce the temperature, add an onion, bay leaf and pepper, and cook the broth until ready. Then strain the broth.
- Cod: 1 kg
- Onion: 1 piece
- Spice mix for paella: pinch
2
Place a paella pan on the stove and pour in vegetable oil.
- Spice mix for paella: pinch
3
Fry the shrimp, then transfer to a plate.
- Shrimps: 200 g
4
Then fry the seafood cocktail and transfer it to a plate.
- Seafood cocktail: 300 g
5
In the resulting fragrant oil, sauté finely chopped tomatoes and fry for a few minutes.
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
6
Add the rice.
- Rice: 1 glass
7
Add paprika and mix.
- Spice mix for paella: pinch
8
Pour in 2 cups of broth.
- Cod: 1 kg
9
Add spices for paella and mix.
- Spice mix for paella: pinch
10
Cook the rice until ready. Five minutes before it's done, add mussels, seafood, and shrimp.
- Mussels in shells: 200 g
- Seafood cocktail: 300 g
- King Prawns: 1 piece
- Shrimps: 200 g