Basque Seafood Paella: Arroz a la Marinera (Basque-style Seafood Rice)
Basque-style Seafood Rice, also known as Basque Seafood Paella or Arroz a la Marinera, is a traditional dish from the Basque region of Spain. This flavorful and aromatic rice dish is packed with a variety of seafood and seasoned with a blend of spices, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup bomba or calasparra rice
- 1 lb mixed seafood (such as shrimp, mussels, and squid), cleaned and deveined
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tomato, grated
- 2 tsp sweet paprika
- Pinch of saffron threads
- 4 cups fish or seafood stock
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a paella pan or large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Add the diced red bell pepper and minced garlic to the pan, and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the grated tomato, sweet paprika, and saffron threads, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat it with the flavorful mixture.
- Pour in the fish or seafood stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is almost tender.
- Gently nestle the mixed seafood into the rice, cover the pan, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Paella pan or large skillet Cooking spoon Chef's knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Basque-style Seafood Rice with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use high-quality seafood stock and fresh seafood for this dish.
Cost
$25