Authentic Spanish Seafood Paella – A Taste of Spain in Every Bite! 🇪🇸🦐

If you want to bring the vibrant flavors of Spain to your kitchen, look no further than Spanish Seafood Paella. This iconic dish is a beautifully seasoned, one-pan meal filled with saffron-infused rice, succulent seafood, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering, paella is not just a dish—it’s an experience!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Bursting with Mediterranean flavors – A mix of seafood, saffron, and aromatic spices.
✔️ One-pan wonder – Easy cleanup and maximum flavor!
✔️ Visually stunning – A show-stopping dish that impresses any guest.
✔️ Customizable – Use your favorite seafood or add chicken for a twist.

Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For the Paella Base:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tomatoes, grated (or ½ cup canned crushed tomatoes)
1 ½ cups short-grain rice (such as Bomba or Arborio)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon saffron threads, soaked in 2 tablespoons warm water
4 cups seafood or chicken broth
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Seafood:

½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
½ lb clams, scrubbed clean
½ lb squid rings (optional)

For Garnish:

Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges
Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling

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