Rachel Wilson
@rachelhealthwilson
Authentic Spanish Paella
Experience the rich flavors of Spain with this authentic paella recipe, featuring tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and a medley of seafood, all cooked to perfection with saffron-infused rice. Perfect for gatherings and special occasions!
Details
- Cuisine:spanish
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:17
- Views:8
Recipe Information
- Prep time55 min.
- Cook time45 min.
- Total time100 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups
- 6 cups, divided
- 3 cloves
- 1 teaspoon, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 5
- to taste
- to taste
- 1/4 cup
- 1, diced
- 1 (3 pound), cut into small pieces
- 2 cups, peeled and deveined
- 6 small
- 1/2 pound, scrubbed
- 1 (8 ounce) jar, drained
- 1 cup
- 1 (2 ounce) can
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Authentic Spanish Paella.
Step 1
Start by rinsing your rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain it well and set it aside.
Step 2
In a saucepan, bring 6 cups of chicken stock to a lively boil.
Step 3
Once it’s bubbling away, lower the heat, cover it, and keep it warm for later use.
Step 4
Now, let’s create a flavorful seasoning blend! In a mortar and pestle, combine garlic, fresh parsley, curry powder, saffron threads, salt, and black pepper with half a cup of that warm chicken stock.
Step 5
Grind everything together until you have a smooth, aromatic liquid, and set it aside to let those flavors mingle.
Step 6
Next, heat some olive oil in a paella pan over medium-high heat.
Step 7
Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the diced onion and sauté it until it turns a lovely golden brown.
Step 8
It’s time to add the star proteins! Stir in the chicken pieces, shrimp, lobster tails, and clams.
Step 9
Cook this delicious mix, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, which should take about 10 minutes.
Step 10
Now, pour in the seasoning liquid you prepared earlier and give everything a good mix to ensure those flavors are well distributed.
Step 11
Gently fold in the rinsed rice, followed by the remaining hot chicken stock.
Step 12
Stir everything together softly and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is nearly tender.
Step 13
As the rice cooks, it’s time to add some vibrant color and texture! Toss in the drained mushrooms, green peas, and mussels.
Step 14
Stir gently just a couple of times, then cover the pan and let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
Step 15
This is where the magic happens! Once the time is up, remove the pan from the heat but keep it covered for about 7 minutes.
Step 16
This resting period allows the rice to become perfectly soft and flaky, soaking up all those wonderful flavors.
Step 17
When you’re ready to serve, you’ll have a beautiful, aromatic dish that’s sure to impress! Enjoy your culinary creation!.