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Contains
FishShellfish
Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
65 min
Ingredients
Equipment
- 15-inch paella panAlternative: Large wide skillet
- Wooden spoon
★ = Essential
Instructions
Bloom Saffron threads in 2 tbsp warm water. Set aside.
✓ Checkpoint: Water turns deep golden orangeHeat paella pan with olive oil. Add rice and toast 2 minutes. Pour in bloomed saffron and stock.
✓ Checkpoint: Rice grains turn translucent at edgesAdd Large shrimp and Mussels. Simmer without stirring 18 minutes to develop socarrat.
✓ Checkpoint: Rice absorbs liquid, bottom crust forms and crackles
Nutrition
(per serving)
480
Calories
38g
Protein
52g
Carbs
12g
Fat
3g
Fiber
Storage
Refrigerator: 2 days
Best eaten same day. Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of stock.
Reheating: Avoid microwave to preserve socarrat texture.
Variations
- Traditional Meat Paella: Replace seafood with rabbit and chicken thighs
- Vegetarian Paella: Use artichokes, green beans, and extra peppers
- Spicy Seafood Paella: Add smoked paprika and cayenne with saffron
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