Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

1 pound

shrimp

shelled and deveined

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

freshly ground

1 cup

arborio rice

1 tbsp

tomato paste

1 tsp

hot smoked paprika

1 unit

garlic

minced

1 pinch

saffron

crumbled

2 cup

clam broth

2 cup

water

0.5 pound

baby squid

cut into 1/4-inch rings

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet until shimmering.

Step 2
~3 min

Season shrimp with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until lightly browned on one side (about 2 minutes).

Step 4
~3 min

Transfer shrimp to a plate.

Step 5
~3 min

Add rice to the skillet and cook, stirring, until opaque (about 2 minutes).

Step 6
~3 min

Stir in tomato paste, paprika, garlic, and saffron.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook, stirring, until the rice is toasted and sizzling (about 1 minute).

Step 8
~3 min

Add clam broth and water and bring to a boil.

Step 9
~3 min

Boil until the rice is slightly crunchy and about half of the broth is absorbed (about 10 minutes).

Step 10
~3 min

Lower the heat and simmer until the rice is nearly tender and the liquid is soupy but slightly reduced (about 8 minutes).

Step 11
~3 min

Stir in squid.

Step 12
~3 min

Lay the shrimp on top, cooked side up.

Step 13
~3 min

Cover and simmer until the squid and shrimp are cooked through and the rice is tender (about 2 minutes).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use good quality smoked paprika for the best flavor.

Don't stir the paella too much once the rice is added to create a socarrat (crispy bottom layer).

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Ingredients can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain

Cultural Significance

A traditional rice dish often served at gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family meals
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weekend Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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