Seafood Paella Spanish Mama Style Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful seafood paella inspired by Gwyneth Paltrow's "My Father's Daughter." This quick and easy recipe delivers authentic Spanish tastes in just 15 minutes! Perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion, this paella is bursting with fresh seafood and aromatic saffron.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 645.3 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Seafood Paella Spanish Mama Style

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Seafood Paella Spanish Mama Style

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How to Make Seafood Paella Spanish Mama Style

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large paella pan or wide, shallow skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 chopped onion and 1 chopped red bell pepper and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add 1 cup of paella rice and toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in 2 cups of hot fish stock and 1/2 cup dry white wine. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Add 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari) and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Stir gently.
  8. Cover and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  9. Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges and extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

13g

Carbs

30g