Chorizo Seafood Paella

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: pollock

Scallops provide a lean protein alternative.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric adds color and flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more budget-friendly for cooking.

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

Add sliced chorizo and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add rice and paprika; stir to coat the rice in oil and spices for 2 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and add saffron; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes without stirring.

Nestle shrimp, mussels, and clams into the rice; cover and cook for another 10 minutes until seafood is cooked.

Add peas and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, covered with a towel.

Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley before serving.

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