This paella is a cinch to make – Collective Culinary supplied the paella pan, paella rice, cooking base, and roasted bell peppers which made the process simple and thanks to the flavorful base, this paella has a delicious flavor.
Heat oil in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet or paella pan over medium-high heat. Add chorizo, and stir about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
Add garlic, onion, and bell pepper to skillet with paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.
Stir in rice for 1 minute to slightly toast.
Add broth and saffron, and bring to a rolling boil, uncovered.
Reduce heat and simmer, cover until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes. Stir in shrimp and cook, covered, until shrimp are cooked through about 6 minutes.
Stir in chorizo and cook for 3 minutes.
Cover with a kitchen towel and let rest until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Notes
I decided to make my paella with shrimp and Spanish chorizo just like my fond memory of El Mesón but you can add chicken or mussels instead.