Panamanian Seafood Paella (Paella de Mariscos Panameña)

Paella de Mariscos Panameña, or Panamanian Seafood Paella, is a delicious and colorful dish that showcases the flavors of the sea. This traditional Panamanian recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a festive gathering with friends and family.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Panamanian Seafood Rice Panamanian Cuisine Special Occasion
Panamanian Seafood Paella (Paella de Mariscos Panameña)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of medium-grain rice
  • 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound of squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 1 pound of mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 teaspoon of saffron threads
  • 4 cups of seafood or chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup of white wine
  • 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a paella pan or large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
  2. Add the tomato and saffron threads to the pan, and cook for a few minutes until the tomato begins to break down.
  3. Stir in the rice, coating it with the vegetable mixture. Pour in the white wine and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add the shrimp, squid, and mussels to the pan, nestling them into the rice. Cover the pan and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  6. Sprinkle the paella with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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
45g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Paella pan or large skillet Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Stove Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Paella pan or large skillet

Serving suggestions

Serve the Paella de Mariscos Panameña with a side of fresh salad and crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, use fresh seafood and high-quality saffron threads in this recipe.

Cost

$25