Seafood Paella

Paella is one of Spain's most iconic and festive dishes, originating from the Valencia region. It’s a vibrant, saffron-infused rice dish cooked in a wide, shallow pan, which allows the rice to cook in a thin layer and form a coveted crispy bottom layer called the "socarrat." This version is a seafood paella, loaded with shrimp, mussels, and often chicken and chorizo for extra flavor. It’s a beautiful, communal dish that is perfect for a dinner party or a special family meal. While it looks impressive, the process is straightforward, involving building layers of flavor before adding the rice and broth and letting it simmer, undisturbed.