Spanish Seafood Rice
A Spanish-style rice dish simmered with saffron, vegetables, and frozen seafood, finished with lemon and parsley.
- 45 min
- 410 kcal
- Spanish
- Seafood
- Rice dish
Mellowpan tip: Makes 4 servings, so there’s room for leftovers. Plan them into your week.

Ingredients
For 4 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Heat the oil in a large saucepan.
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Step 2:
Soften the onion for 6–7 minutes.
6–7 min -
Step 3:
Add the red pepper, yellow pepper, and garlic.
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Step 4:
Cook for 2 minutes more.
2 min -
Step 5:
Stir in the paella rice.
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Step 6:
Cook for 1 minute, stirring to coat the rice.
1 min -
Step 7:
Pour in the vegetable stock, add the saffron, and bring to the boil.
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Step 8:
Cook uncovered at a gentle bubble for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender.
20 min -
Step 9:
Stir in the frozen seafood mix and lemon juice.
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Step 10:
Cook for 2 minutes, or until piping hot and completely cooked through.
2 min -
Step 11:
Serve in warm bowls scattered with parsley.








