Classic Paella Recipe – Authentic, Flavorful & Easy to Follow

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 tsp saffron threads
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 300g (1 1/2 cups) paella rice or short-grain rice
• 1 liter (4 cups) chicken or vegetable broth
• 200g (7 oz) green beans, trimmed
• 200g (7 oz) rabbit or chicken, cut into pieces (optional)
• 200g (7 oz) seafood mix (shrimps, mussels, clams)
• Salt
• pepper
• Lemon wedges, for serving
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish