08/11/2024
Paella
**Ingredients:**
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cups short-grain rice (such as Bomba)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads
- 4 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 1 lb mussels, cleaned
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb chicken thighs, cut into pieces
- 1 cup peas
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
**Instructions:**
1- Heat olive oil in a large paella pan or skillet over medium heat.
2- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper, sautéing until soft.
3- Stir in rice, smoked paprika, and saffron, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the rice.
4- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Arrange chicken pieces on top.
5- Cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, without stirring.
6- Add mussels, shrimp, and peas, tucking them into the rice.
7- Cook for another 10 minutes, until seafood is cooked and rice is tender.
8- Remove from heat, cover with a clean towel, and let sit for 5 minutes.
9- Garnish with lemon wedges before serving.