Sea and Mountain Paella Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of Bomba rice
• 2 pounds of mixed seafood (mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari)
• 1 pound of chicken thighs
• 1/2 pound of Spanish chorizo
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 1/2 cups of chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon of saffron
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the seafood by cleaning the mussels and clams and deveining the shrimp and calamari.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large paella pan and sauté the chicken, chorizo, onion, garlic, and bell peppers until the chicken is browned, and the vegetables are tender.
3. Add the rice and stir until coated with the oil. Add the saffron and stir to distribute.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add the seafood to the pan and continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the seafood is cooked through.
6. Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
7. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve.

Verdict:

This sea and mountain paella is a delicious combination of flavors and textures. The savory chicken and chorizo, sweet bell peppers, and briny seafood are perfectly balanced with the saffron-infused rice. The lemon wedges add a refreshing citrus note to the dish.

Serving Suggestions:

Paella is traditionally served family-style, directly from the pan. You can accompany it with a fresh green salad or some crusty bread to sop up the flavorful juices. A glass of crisp white wine or cold beer will make this meal even more enjoyable.