Some dishes are just downright impressive to behold. And while this paella is sure to get "oohs" and "aahs" at your dinner table, it's also incredibly easy to make. Everything comes together in one pot—and the cook time makes it a great candidate for weeknight meals.
Level
Intermediate
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Serves
4-6
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Directions
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat braiser over medium heat with 1 tablespoon oil. Sear sausage until browned on both sides, about 3-5 minutes. Remove to paper towel lined plate.
- Add onion and peppers to the braiser and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and sauté 1 minute. Add tomatoes and continue to cook 5-7 minutes.
- Add rice, paprika, turmeric, saffron, cayenne, and salt. Cook 2 minutes until rice is slightly toasted.
- Stir in broth and bring to a gentle boil, then nestle sausage back in the pan. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer uncovered about 15 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed and andante.
- Add shrimp, pressing gently into the rice. Sprinkle with peas, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are cooked and the rice is fluffy.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered 5 minutes.
- Uncover, drizzle with olive oil, garnish with red pepper strips, parsley and lemon wedges.
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