Ingredients:
- 1 cup paella rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 8-10 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8-10 mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads optional
Instructions:
In a paella pan or large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat
Add onion and garlic, saut until translucent
Stir in bell peppers and cook for another 2-3 minutes
Add rice, smoked paprika, and saffron threads if using, stirring to coat the rice with the oil and spices
Pour in chicken or seafood broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer
Arrange shrimp, mussels, peas, and cherry tomatoes on top of the rice
Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the seafood is cooked
Once done, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes
Garnish with lemon wedges before serving



