How to Make Fideuá

fideos

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole grain pasta adds fiber while spaghetti is more widely available.

shellfish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than shellfish.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric offers color and flavor at a lower cost.

Heat olive oil in a large paella pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté garlic and onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped tomato and cook until it breaks down, about 5 minutes.

Stir in paprika and saffron, cooking for 1 minute to release flavors.

Add fideos and toast lightly, stirring for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add fish and shellfish, arranging evenly over the noodles.

Cook without stirring for about 8-10 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

Sprinkle with peas and diced red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

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