Empire Seafood Paella Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Seafood

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Cook the Chorizo and Chicken

   Add the chorizo sausage and diced chicken to the pot. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Rice and Spices

   Stir in the saffron rice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to toast the rice.

4. 4

   Add Fumet

   Pour in the herb fumet (or fish stock) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Add Seafood

   After 15 minutes, add the mussels, clams, scallops, shrimp, and seasonal fish to the pot. Cover and cook until the seafood is cooked through and the mussels and clams have opened, about 5-7 minutes.

6. 6

   Finish and Serve

   Remove from heat and stir in the grated stagionato cheese. Let it rest for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley. Serve warm.