Seafood Recipes

Quick Paella

Make a quick and delicious paella with fresh seafood from Pearl Seafoods. Order premium seafood for fast, quality delivery across Sydney!

Quick Paella
4 People
Serves
20 Mins
Prep Time
25 Mins
Cook Time
Medium
Difficulty
Spanish
Cuisine
ABOUT THIS

About This Recipe

Discover the vibrant flavours of our Quick Paella, a simplified version of the classic Spanish dish that brings together fresh seafood, rice, and aromatic spices in just a fraction of the time. This recipe combines succulent prawns, tender mussels, and other seafood delights with a rich saffron-infused broth, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Order fresh seafood from Pearl Seafoods for quick delivery across Sydney and enjoy a delightful culinary experience at home.

Ingredients

  1. Fresh seafood mix (prawns, mussels, calamari) – approx. 600g
  2. 1 tbsp olive oil
  3. 100g chorizo sausage, sliced
  4. 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  5. 1 red capsicum, chopped
  6. 1 tsp smoked paprika
  7. 1 cup paella or medium-grain rice
  8. 2 cups (500ml) chicken stock, warmed
  9. A pinch of saffron threads (or ½ tsp turmeric as a substitute)
  10. Salt and pepper, to taste
  11. 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  12. Lemon wedges, for serving

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced chorizo and red onion, stirring for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden. Add the chopped capsicum and paprika, stirring for 1 minute or until aromatic.
  2. Stir in the Chicken Rice and 410ml (1 2/3 cups) of boiling water. Add the marinara mix and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes or until the rice is tender and the seafood is just cooked.
  3. Stir in the thawed peas and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
From Our Kitchen

Chef's Tip

Quick paella is all about bold flavour, vibrant colour, and perfectly cooked seafood in one pan. Chorizo, smoked paprika, saffron, and stock create a rich, aromatic base that infuses the rice as it cooks, while the seafood should be added gently so it stays tender and juicy. Letting the paella rest before serving helps the rice absorb the final flavours and creates the perfect texture throughout the dish.

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NUTRITION

Nutrition Per Serving

  • Calories 496 kcal
  • Total Fat 15.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 45.0 g
  • Protein 41.0 g
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