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Brueck's Seafood Paella

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Ingredients
  • 2 cups short-grain rice
  • 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, calamari)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp saffron threads
  • 4 cups seafood broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Preparation Steps

Sauté Veggies:
Heat olive oil in a large paella pan or skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add Spices & Rice:
Stir in garlic and smoked paprika; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
Add rice and saffron, stirring to coat rice evenly.

Simmer:
Pour in seafood broth; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 15 minutes without stirring.

Add Seafood & Peas:
Scatter mixed seafood and peas on top. Cover again and cook for 5–7 minutes, until seafood is cooked through.

Rest & Serve:
Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes.
Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins
Calories: ~350 kcal per serving | Serves: 4

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