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How to make Paella de Marisco

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Paella de Marisco belongs to the everyday cooking of the Valencian coast, where it is made often enough that nobody needs the recipe written down. This home version keeps the seasoning direct and the portions generous, the way a Spanish family cook puts it on the table.

Paella de Marisco is a staple of everyday life along the Valencian coast, where the sea's bounty meets the rice fields. This dish is so ingrained in local kitchens that recipes are rarely consulted. Passed down through generations, its preparation is as natural as breathing for those who call this sun-drenched region home. By keeping the seasoning direct and portions generous, this home-style version reflects the simplicity and abundance typical of a Spanish family table. Expect each forkful to be a harmonious blend of tender seafood and saffron-infused rice, with the sweet pimentón and ripe tomatoes adding depth to every mouthful. The essence of the sea is captured in every bite, with the shrimp, mussels, clams, monkfish, and squid each bringing their unique texture and flavor to this vibrant, satisfying dish.

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