Name: Mild Spanish Paella
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1 cup 1 cup bomba rice (specific type of rice used in paella); 1 tablespoon 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 1 onion, finely chopped (finely chopped for even cooking); 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced (minced for flavor distribution); 1 1 red bell pepper, diced (diced for texture); 1 teaspoon 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 tsp saffron threads (crushed saffron for color and flavor); 4 cups 4 cups chicken broth (preferably homemade for richness); 1/2 pound 1/2 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into cubes (cubed for even cooking); 1/2 pound 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (for seafood flavor); 1/2 cup 1/2 cup frozen peas (adds freshness and color); Salt and pepper to taste; Lemon wedges for serving (enhances flavors)

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1

In a paella pan or large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

⏱️ 4 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Look for softened and fragrant onions.
2

Add red bell pepper, smoked paprika, and saffron threads. Stir for another 2 minutes.

⏱️ 2 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Aroma of saffron should be released.
3

Stir in bomba rice and toast for 2 minutes to absorb flavors.

⏱️ 2 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Rice grains should be coated with oil.
4

Pour in chicken broth, season with salt and pepper. Arrange chicken pieces on top. Simmer without stirring for 15-20 minutes.

⏱️ 20 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Liquid should be absorbed, and rice tender.
5

Nestle shrimp and peas into the rice mixture. Cover and cook for another 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.

⏱️ 7 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Shrimp should form a 'C' shape when cooked.
6

Remove from heat, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld.

⏱️ 5 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Resting ensures a more flavorful dish.
7

Serve paella hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over before eating.

AI Wisdom: Lemon adds brightness to the dish.

Mild Spanish Paella

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