Special Diets

Paella That Won't Break the Bank

• From: Eclectic Recipes

Ingredients

• 2 Tbs olive oil

• 8 oz chorizo, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped

• 1/2 sweet onion, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, chopped finely

• 1 1/4 cups white rice

• 1 pinch saffron

• 2 cups chicken stock

• 1 lb bag frozen shrimp

• 3 Tbs fresh cilantro

• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Frozen shrimp and a little chorizo keep this paella within everyone's budget.

Directions

• Preheat large skillet. Add olive oil. Add chorizo and cook until some fat renders.
• Add bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Sauté for just a minute or so.
• Add rice, saffron, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Simmer covered for 15 minutes.
• Remove lid and add shrimp and cilantro on top of rice. Return lid for another 5 minutes.
• Paella is done when shrimp turn pink. Be very careful not to overcook shrimp, or they will be rubbery.
• Garnish with additional cilantro and lemon wedges.