Paella Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Chop the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Slice the chorizo sausage into thin rounds.

2. 2

   Heat the Oil

   In a large paella pan or a wide skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Cook the Chorizo

   Add the chorizo to the pan and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

4. 4

   Sauté Vegetables

   In the same pan, add the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

5. 5

   Add Rice and Broth

   Stir in the rice and cook for 2 minutes, then add the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Incorporate Saffron

   Add the saffron threads to the broth, stirring for even distribution.

7. 7

   Simmer the Rice

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes without stirring.

8. 8

   Add Seafood

   After 15 minutes, add the seafood mix and peas, gently nestling them into the rice. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.

9. 9

   Final Touches

   Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes covered. Fluff the rice with a fork.

10. 10

    Serve

    Garnish with chopped parsley and wedges of lemon. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.