Celebration Seafood Paella

A festive and flavorful seafood paella perfect for birthdays or special occasions.

Steps

1. In a paella pan, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant. Add the red bell pepper and cook until softened.
2. Stir in the Arborio rice and toast for a few minutes. Add the smoked paprika and a pinch of saffron threads.
3. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Arrange the shrimp, mussels, and peas on top of the rice.
4. Cover and let it cook until the rice is tender and the seafood is cooked through.
5. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

• 1/2 cup Arborio rice
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/4 onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
• 4-6 large shrimp
• 4-6 mussels
• 1/4 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Saffron threads
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges for serving
• Fresh parsley for garnish