Mexican Seafood Paella

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 3
Mexican Seafood Paella
in Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion , diced
2 green bell peppers , diced
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 packet sazon goya with azafran
3 cups long grain rice
6 cups chicken stock
1 cup dry white wine
2 cups peas
1 medium tomatoes , diced
1/2 lb shrimp , peeled and deveined
1 lb crab legs
1/2 lb tuna , diced
1 lobster tail
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
470
Sugar
4g
Fat
11g
Mexican Seafood Paella is a flavorful and filling dish that combines rice, vegetables, and a variety of fresh seafood. This dish is a variation of the classic Spanish paella, which traditionally includes chicken, rabbit, and snails. In this Mexican version, we use shrimp, crab legs, tuna, and lobster tail along with peas and tomatoes to create a complex and delicious dish that is perfect for a special occasion or dinner party. Paella is typically served family-style, in a large shallow pan that is meant to be shared. This dish is perfect for feeding a crowd and can be customized to your taste preferences and the availability of fresh seafood in your area.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large pan or paella pan over medium-high heat.
2.Add onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
3.Add the sazon goya seasoning and rice to the pan and stir to coat.
4.Add chicken stock, white wine, peas, and tomatoes to the pan and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover.
5.Cook rice mixture for 20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
6.Add shrimp, crab legs, tuna, and lobster tail to the pan and stir gently.
7.Cover and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes until seafood is cooked through.
8.Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.

PROS

Mexican Seafood Paella is a delicious and filling meal packed with protein and flavor.

It is easy to customize to your taste preferences with different seafood and spices, and perfect for feeding a crowd.

CONS

Paella is a time-consuming dish to prepare and there is a risk of overcooking the seafood if not carefully monitored.

It can also be a bit messy to serve, especially if you are using crab legs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mexican Seafood Paella is high in protein and filling, making it a good option for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Seafood is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids which can help support heart health and reduce inflammation.

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