Instant Pot Paella
This is a super tasty Seafood Paella that you can make in an Instant Pot. With the traditional "Socarrat" finish (optional), it's an authentic take on this iconic Spanish favorite.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Course: Dinnner, Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood, Spanish
Keyword: paella, recipe, rice, saffron, seafood, spanish recipe
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 475kcal
Author: Fucci
SO WHAT YOU'RE GONNA NEED IS:
Cook the Paella
Turn the Instant Pot on “Saute,” “High” and press “Start.”
Add Olive Oil and Onions and cook for about a minute.
Add Red Bell Pepper, Garlic, Salt and Pepper and continue to cook until the vegetable soften and onion start becoming translucent
Add Diced Tomatoes, Vegetable Broth, Paprika and Saffron.
Add Rice and put the lid on the Instant Pot. Set to “Pressure Cook,” “High.” Set for 8 minutes and press “Start.”
Prepare the Seafood
Rinse and debeard Mussels.
Peel Shrimp, leaving the tail on.
When the Rice is ready, quick release the pressure and add Shrimp and Mussels. Switch to “Saute” “High” and cook until the Mussels open and Shrimp are cooked through.
(Optional SocarraInstead of finishing the seafood off in the Instant Pot, transfer the rice to a Frying Pan over medium high heat. Place the Shrimp and Mussels on top of the Rice. Turn off the heat and cover the Pan with Aluminum Foil. Let cook for about 5-10 minutes until the Shrimp are cooked through and the Mussels Open.
Calories: 475kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1553mg | Potassium: 605mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2400IU | Vitamin C: 91.8mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 4.2mg