Receta Arroz a banda con tropezones - La Despensa de Alicante 🥘

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: annatto

Turmeric offers color and flavor at a lower cost.

shellfish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is a leaner option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

fish

🥗Healthier: firm tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides protein with fewer calories, and canned fish is economical.

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

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

Add diced tomato and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

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

Add rice and stir to coat with the mixture, about 2 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

In a separate pan, cook fish and shellfish until just done, about 5-7 minutes.

Once rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and mix in cooked seafood.

Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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