How to Make Authentic Seafood Paella | Seafood Recipe | Allrecipes.com

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

seafood mix

🥗Healthier: grilled fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still offers a seafood flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made economically.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive while still being versatile.

Heat olive oil in a paella pan.

Add chopped onions and red peppers; sauté until softened.

Stir in paprika and cook to develop flavors.

Add seafood including clams and mussels; cook until they start to open.

Mix in saffron with the seafood and paprika.

Pour in lobster stock and let it simmer.

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