A dish full of flavour, ideal for rice and seafood lovers. This rice with squid in american sauce is perfect to surprise on any occasion.
Ingredients for 4 people:
- 300 g round rice
- 400 g of squid in American sauce (consult this recipe to prepare them)
- 700 ml of fish stock (adjust according to the type of rice used)
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- Salt to taste
Elaboration:
- Heat the olive oil in a paella pan or low pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion, garlic and green pepper for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Add the rice to the pan and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to soak up the sofrito.
- Sprinkle the sweet paprika over the rice and mix quickly to prevent it from burning.
- Add the squid in salsa americana along with its sauce. Stir so that the rice mixes well with the sauce and the sauce.
- Pour in the hot fish stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and cook over medium-low heat for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender. Do not stir the rice during cooking to keep it loose.
- Once cooked, remove the pan from the heat, cover with a clean cloth and leave the rice to stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Calories and nutritional data (per serving):
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 18 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Sugars: 3 g
- Fibre: 2 g
Suggested presentation:
- Serve the rice with a few lemon wedges for a fresh, tangy twist.
- You can garnish with a little chopped fresh parsley to add colour and aroma.
Additional advice:
- If you want a spicy touch, you can add a pinch of chilli to the stir-fry.
- This dish is also delicious when prepared with brown rice, adjusting the cooking time as necessary.
- Accompany the rice with a good fresh white wine or craft beer to bring out the seafood flavours.
Preparation time:
- 40 minutes
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