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Mixed Paella

A vibrant Spanish rice dish loaded with shrimp, lobster tail, mussels, bell peppers, and onions, all cooked in a savory broth with yellow rice.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
30g
Mixed Paella
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large paella pan over medium heat.

  2. Step 2

    Sauté chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper until softened.

  3. Step 3

    Add yellow rice and stir to coat with oil.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in water and salt; bring to a boil.

  5. Step 5

    Reduce heat, add shrimp, lobster tail, and mussels.

  6. Step 6

    Simmer until rice is tender and seafood is cooked.

  7. Step 7

    Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • paella pan
  • wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

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