Mediterranean Paella
Here's a classic Spanish seafood dish, prepared in one skillet that will have your family coming up for seconds.
| Serves/Makes: | 6 |
| Preparation Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 35 Minutes |
| Time to Table: | 45 Minutes |
Mediterranean Paella Ingredients
| 4 cups | chicken broth, divided |
| pinch of saffron threads | |
| 11/4 cup (500 mL) | long grain rice |
| 2 tbsp (30 mL) | olive oil |
| 1 cup (250 mL) | finely chopped red onion |
| 2 | garlic cloves, minced |
| 1/2 cup (125 mL) | red pepper, finely chopped |
| 2 cans (106 g each) | Clover Leaf Brisling Sardines-Mediterranean, coarsely chopped, reserving liquid |
| 2 cans (106 g each) | Clover Leaf Small Shrimp, drained |
| 2 cans (85g ea.) | Clover Leaf Smoked Mussels, drained |
| 1/2 cup (125 mL) | Roma or other tomatoes, chopped |
| 1/4 cup (50 mL) | fresh parsley, chopped |
| 1 tbsp (15 mL) | fresh thyme, chopped |
Preparation
- A paella is a classic Spanish dish of saffron flavoured rice combined with a variety of meats and shellfish as well as onion, peppers, tomatoes and herbs. It's named after the special two-handled paella pan in which it is prepared and served.
- However, a wide shallow skillet about 33 to 36 cm (13 to 14 inches) will suffice.
- In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups chicken broth to boil over medium high heat. Add saffron threads; simmer 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in rice. Cover, remove from heat and let stand without opening the lid for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large deep skillet, heat oil over medium high heat, add onion, garlic and red pepper and sauté, about 5 minutes. Stir in remaining chicken broth and simmer over medium heat until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add saffron rice to cooking liquid and vegetables; stir in sardines and reserved liquid, shrimp, smoked mussels and tomatoes. Cover and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and thyme.
Nutrients Per Serving
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CLAIMS PER SERVING- Source of Protein - Good Source of Vitamin A - Excellent Source of Vitamin C - Good Source of Calcium - Excellent Source of Iron |
