Spanish pilaf
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Want to make authentic Spanish paella at home? Then check out the recipe right away! It's quick and easy—just 30 minutes and the aroma of Spain is on your table. A perfect weekend dish when you don't want to spend ages cooking, yet the result is absolutely delicious. Serve the finished dish immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2
Heat a skillet, pour olive oil into it, and add a piece of butter.
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Step 3
Place the finely chopped onion in a frying pan.
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Step 4
When the onion is slightly fried, add the sweet pepper cut into pieces (not too finely).
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Step 5
Add garlic to the pan, crushed with the knife.
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Step 6
After 3-4 minutes, add the green peas and mashed tomatoes, continue frying.
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Step 7
Place the washed rice in a pan and fry for about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare either hot broth or just boiling water.
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Step 8
Pour boiling water (or broth) over the rice, continue cooking over low heat.
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Step 9
When the rice is half-swollen, add the seafood mix. You can cover it with a lid.
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Step 10
When the rice is almost ready, add a pinch (just a tiny bit) of saffron, place the mussels and shrimp on top, and pour in the dry white wine. Continue cooking uncovered so the wine vapors can evaporate. Cook for a few more minutes until the shrimp and mussels are heated through and the rice is slightly firm (as Italians like it) "al dente".
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Step 11
Serve the Spanish rice dish drizzled with lemon juice and sprinkled with fresh herbs. It's so delicious, a real treat! And don't forget to pour a glass of dry white wine!