Spanish

Paella Valenciana with Seafood

Authentic Spanish seafood paella featuring saffron-infused bomba rice, fresh shellfish, and a perfect socarrat crust. No peas in traditional Valenciana but included here for seafood balance.

65 minhard4 porciones
Paella Valenciana with Seafood

Generado por IA — no es consejo médico. Verifica antes de cocinar.

Contiene

PescadoMariscos
Tiempo de preparación
25 min
Tiempo de cocción
40 min
Tiempo total
65 min

Ingredientes

Utensilios

  • 15-inch paella pan
    Alternativa: Large wide skillet
  • Wooden spoon

★ = Esencial

Instrucciones

  1. Bloom Saffron threads in 2 tbsp warm water. Set aside.

    ✓ Punto de control: Water turns deep golden orange
  2. Heat paella pan with olive oil. Add rice and toast 2 minutes. Pour in bloomed saffron and stock.

    ✓ Punto de control: Rice grains turn translucent at edges
  3. Add Large shrimp and Mussels. Simmer without stirring 18 minutes to develop socarrat.

    ✓ Punto de control: Rice absorbs liquid, bottom crust forms and crackles

Nutrición

(por porción)

480
Calorías
38g
Proteínas
52g
Carbohidratos
12g
Grasas
3g
Fibra

Conservación

Refrigerador: 2 días

Best eaten same day. Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of stock.

Recalentado: Avoid microwave to preserve socarrat texture.

Variaciones

  • 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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