Paleo Mixed Seafood Paella

Enjoy the flavors of the sea with this Paleo-friendly version of traditional Spanish paella. Bursting with fresh seafood and aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for a special dinner or gathering with friends and family.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lb wild-caught scallops
• 1 lb wild-caught firm white fish, such as cod or halibut, cut into chunks
• 1 lb wild-caught calamari, cleaned and sliced into rings
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp saffron threads
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

In a small bowl, combine saffron threads with 2 tbsp warm water and let steep for 10 minutes

Heat olive oil in a large paella pan or skillet over medium heat

Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers

Saut until softened, about 5 minutes

Stir in cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, saffron mixture, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper

Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally

Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer

Arrange shrimp, scallops, fish, and calamari on top of the rice mixture

Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until seafood is cooked through

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges