Summer Paella With Lobster, Mussels, Scallops, and Wine

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Delicious Summer Paella With Lobster, Mussels, Scallops, and Wine recipe for seafood lovers
in Seafood

Prep

45 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups chicken broth
1 cup bottled clam juice
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large yellow onion , chopped
4 garlic cloves , minced
4 plum tomatoes or 4 roma tomatoes
1 cup rose wine
2 teaspoons packed minced fresh oregano leaves
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups arborio rice or 2 1/2 cups valencia rice
1 live lobsters ( see Note )
1/2 lb green beans , stems trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 lbs mussels , debearded and scrubbed of any sand
1 lb sea scallops

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
824
Sugar
4g
Fat
22g
Summer Paella With Lobster, Mussels, Scallops, and Wine is a seafood recipe that originated in Valencia, Spain, in the mid-19th century. It is now a popular dish around the world, usually served with a green salad and crusty bread. The dish is unique because it combines rice, seafood, saffron, and various other flavorful ingredients to create a delicious, impressive dish. The dish has a beautiful and colorful presentation and brings people together as they gather around the family table to enjoy it. It is perfect for special occasions or a meal with loved ones.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the chicken broth and clam juice over medium heat until it simmers. Add the saffron threads and let it steep for 10 minutes.
2.In a paella pan or large, shallow skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion softens.
3.Add the tomatoes and cook until they soften, stirring occasionally.
4.Add the rose wine, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the wine has mostly evaporated.
5.Add the rice and stir to coat it with the tomato-wine mixture. Pour in the saffron broth and bring to a boil.
6.Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the rice simmer for 10-15 minutes or until it is mostly cooked through.
7.If using live lobster, kill humanely by placing in freezer for approximately 10-15min then remove from freezer and cut through head and splitting the tails apart with a heavy chef's knife.
8.Once the rice mixture is nearly cooked through, add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they are tender and crisp.
9.Add the mussels and scallops, nestling them into the rice mixture. Add the lobster atop the mixture. Cook for 5-10 minutes until seafood is cooked and rice has finished.

PROS

This Summer Paella With Lobster, Mussels, Scallops, and Wine recipe is an excellent way to introduce seafood into your diet.
It is an impressive dish for entertaining and perfect for serving guests.
It is also gluten-free and great for people who suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
The dish is full of fresh, delicious seafood, and the saffron adds a unique and fragrant flavor to the dish.

CONS

The dish requires a bit of preparation and time to make, but the result is worth the effort.
Some of the seafood ingredients may be expensive and may not be available in your local area.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shellfish is low in fat, high in protein and has various health benefits. Lobster contains nutrients like selenium, copper, zinc, phosphorus, and vitamin B12, which help maintain a healthy immune system. Mussels are an excellent source of iron, vitamin C, and selenium, which are vital for producing the body’s antioxidant enzymes. Scallops are low in calories and high in protein and magnesium, which can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

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