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Gordon Ramsay Paella Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Paella recipe
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Gordon Ramsay’s Paella is a refined take on the traditional Spanish rice dish originating from Valencia. It features aromatic saffron, smoky chorizo, juicy seafood, and tender chicken, all cooked together in a large, shallow pan. The key to an authentic paella is achieving the socarrat—a crispy, caramelized rice layer at the bottom of the pan.

Ingredients

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For the Paella Base

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ cup chorizo, sliced
  • 1 cup chicken thighs, boneless and cut into pieces
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch saffron threads (soaked in 2 tablespoons warm water)
  • 1 ½ cups paella rice (Arborio or Bomba rice)
  • 3 ½ cups chicken or seafood stock
  • ½ cup white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

For the Seafood & Garnish

  • 6 large shrimp (prawns), deveined
  • 6 mussels, cleaned
  • ½ cup green peas
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Base

  1. Heat olive oil in a large paella pan or wide skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, and red bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add chorizo and chicken and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown.

Step 2: Add the Rice and Spices

  1. Stir in smoked paprika, saffron water, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add paella rice, stirring for 1-2 minutes to coat with flavors.
  3. Pour in white wine and let it reduce for 2 minutes.

Step 3: Simmer the Paella

  1. Add tomatoes and hot stock, then stir once to distribute ingredients evenly.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, without stirring.

Step 4: Add Seafood & Finishing Touches

  1. Arrange shrimp and mussels on top of the rice in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  2. Add green peas and let the seafood cook until shrimp turn pink and mussels open.

Step 5: Create the Socarrat (Crispy Rice Bottom)

  1. Increase heat to high for the last 1-2 minutes, allowing a crispy crust to form at the bottom.
  2. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 6: Serve and Garnish

  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy!

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-paella/