Cataplana mar e terra, Portugal | 50 Kitchens, One City

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage offers lower fat content while maintaining flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth adds depth without the alcohol.

seafood

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides protein while being budget-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is a cost-effective protein source.

Prepare all ingredients including seafood, chicken, chorizo, onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, and lemon.

Heat olive oil in a cataplana over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in diced chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Incorporate sliced bell peppers and diced tomatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.

Pour in white wine and bring to a simmer, scraping the bottom of the pot for flavor.

Add seafood, bay leaves, paprika, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Cover the cataplana and cook for 10-15 minutes until seafood is cooked through.

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Serve with rice on the side to soak up the flavorful broth.

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