Shrimp paella

In order to bring you the best organic produce, some ingredients may differ from those depicted.

Shrimp paella

Shrimp paella

Gluten-Free Friendly, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Mediterranean, <600 Calories

2 Servings, 520 Calories/Serving

45–60 Minutes

Turmeric and smoky paprika flavor our take on Spanish paella, adding color and depth to this crowd-pleasing one-pan shrimp and rice dish.

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1 bag serves 2 (2 bags serve 4)
Sunbasket is proud to source the organic ingredients indicated below. On the rare occasion we are unable to meet our organic promise, we'll put a note in your bag.
  • 1 organic leek
  • 1 organic Roma or other tomato
  • 2 ounces roasted red peppers
  • Sunbasket paella spice blend (granulated garlic - onion powder - sweet smoked paprika - turmeric)
  • ¾ cup paella rice
  • 4 or 5 sprigs organic fresh cilantro
  • Shellfish options:
  • 10 ounces wild Gulf shrimp
  • 10 ounces wild tail-on jumbo shrimp
Shine from the Inside Out
Mealtime should be sacred and shared. It’s the perfect chance to feed our bodies and our souls as we catch up with those who we love. Research has shown that cultivating strong social connections plays a major role in your holistic health. So cook up potluck-friendly dishes like this paella that are great for just that: giving thanks for good food while surrounded by good company.
Ingredient IQ
Traditional paella uses saffron, a tiny threadlike stigma from the Crocus sativus flower. The dried threads, which are a bright orange-red, add a rich golden hue, a floral aroma, and a deep earthy flavor. If you have saffron on hand, we suggest stirring a pinch of it into the cooking liquid. But don’t fret if you don’t have the world’s most expensive spice; we’ve included turmeric and paprika to lend color and depth to the dish.

Nutrition per serving

Calories 520, Total Fat 16g (21% DV), Sat. Fat 2g (10% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 140mg (47% DV), Sodium 710mg (31% DV), Total Carb. 71g (26% DV), Fiber 6g (21% DV), Total Sugars 5g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 23g

Sodium does not include pantry salt; for reference, ⅛; teaspoon kosher salt per serving averages 240mg (10% DV). Not a significant source of trans fat. Packed in a facility that handles all major food allergens* and gluten.

*Milk, Eggs, Fish, Crustacean Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soybeans, Sesame.

Instructions

2-serving instructions (4-serving modifications in red)

Wash produce before use

1

Prep the vegetables

  • Trim the root end from the leek; cut the leek in half lengthwise, then crosswise into ¼-inch-thick half-moons, enough to measure 1½ cups [3 cups]. Soak the half-moons in a medium bowl of cold water, stirring occasionally to loosen any dirt, and allow the dirt to settle at the bottom. Skim the leek from the surface of the water and pat dry.
  • Cut away the core from the tomato; coarsely chop the tomato.
  • Scrape off any seeds from the roasted red peppers; coarsely chop any large pieces.

2

Cook the paella

In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, warm 2 to 3 tablespoons oil until hot but not smoking. Add the leek, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomato, roasted red peppers, paella spice blend, and rice and cook without stirring until the rice is slightly translucent, 3 to 4 minutes.
Add either 2 cups [3 cups] water and ½ cup [1 cup] white wine (from your pantry) or a total of 2½ cups [4 cups] water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook without stirring, removing the lid halfway through cooking, until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
When the paella is almost done, prepare the remaining ingredients.

3

Prep the remaining ingredients; cook the shrimp

  • Coarsely chop the cilantro for garnish.
  • Rinse the shrimp, then drain on a paper-towel-lined plate and pat dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
To the pan with the paella, stir in the shrimp and cook, undisturbed, until firm and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Serve

Transfer the paella to individual plates, garnish with the cilantro, and serve.
Kids Can!
  • Soak the leeks and pat dry.
  • Measure the water for the paella.
  • Garnish with the cilantro.
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