Easy Seafood Paella

Bomba rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: arborio rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain option, while arborio rice is more affordable and still provides a creamy texture.

seafood mix

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is a leaner protein, and canned tuna is a budget-friendly alternative.

fish stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and using bouillon is a cost-effective way to add flavor.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric offers a similar color and health benefits, while paprika is more economical.

Add 3 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil to a fry pan.

Add diced onion and a pinch of salt; stir and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Dice half a red bell pepper and add to the pan; stir until softened.

Add paprika and minced garlic; toast for about 30 seconds.

Stir in bomba rice to coat with oil and vegetables.

Pour in fish stock and add a pinch of saffron; stir.

Grate a tomato directly over the rice for freshness and add some cracked pepper and salt; stir.

Let simmer for 10 minutes undisturbed.

Press prawns and mussels into the rice; cover and cook for 5 minutes.

Add frozen peas and cover; cook for an additional 2 minutes with the lid off to crisp the base.

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes; garnish with lemon wedges and parsley.

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