How to Make Chorizo and Shrimp Paella - Easy and Simple Recipe

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey chorizo

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey chorizo reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and offers protein.

paella rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Long-grain rice is a cost-effective substitute.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

Heat pan on medium heat and add in 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Once warm, add in 1 diced onion and mix well.

Add in 450 grams dried chorizo and cook for about 5 minutes until onions are golden brown.

Add in 4 cloves of garlic and saute for about 1 minute.

Add in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and mix completely.

Add in 0.5 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon turmeric, and 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes; mix well.

Add in 1.5 cups short grain rice and ensure it is completely coated with the mixture.

Pour in 3 cups chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Let cook for about 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, add in 400 grams tiger shrimp, pressing them gently into the rice.

Let cook for another 10 minutes until water has evaporated and shrimp are cooked.

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