How do I cook a vegetarian seafood paella?

Calling all vegetarians! Don't miss out on the flavors of a traditional seafood paella. Try our vegetarian twist that's packed with delicious veggie substitutes.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I cook a vegetarian seafood paella. Items include: Mushrooms Artichoke Hearts Vegetarian Shrimp Olive Oil Salt Pepper Smoked Paprika Paella Pan Onion Bell Pepper Garlic Arborio Rice Saffron Threads Vegetable Broth White Wine Frozen Peas Fresh Parsley Lemon Wedges

Mushrooms 8 ounces, sliced
Artichoke Hearts 1 can, drained and chopped
Vegetarian Shrimp 12 ounces
Olive Oil 3 tablespoons
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Smoked Paprika 1/2 teaspoon
Paella Pan 1 large
Onion 1 medium, diced
Bell Pepper 1 medium, diced
Garlic 3 cloves, minced
Arborio Rice 1 1/2 cups
Saffron Threads 1/4 teaspoon
Vegetable Broth 3 cups
White Wine 1/2 cup
Frozen Peas 1 cup
Fresh Parsley For garnish
Lemon Wedges For garnish

Take note
Always be careful when handling hot pans, and don't forget to taste as you go along to adjust the seasoning to your liking.

1

Prepare the Vegetarian Seafood Substitute

In a medium bowl, combine the sliced mushrooms, chopped artichoke hearts, and vegetarian shrimp. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat the ingredients evenly.

2

Sear the Vegetarian Seafood Substitute

Heat a large paella pan over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Add the prepared vegetarian seafood substitute to the pan and cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

3

Sauté the Aromatics

In the same pan, add another splash of olive oil and toss in the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

4

Add the Rice and Spices

Stir in the Arborio rice, saffron threads, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Toast the rice and spices for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

5

Deglaze and Simmer

Pour in the vegetable broth and white wine, and scrape the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

6

Add the Vegetarian Seafood Substitute

Gently fold in the cooked vegetarian seafood substitute and the frozen peas. Cover the pan again and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat everything through.

7

Garnish and Serve

Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish your vegetarian seafood paella with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!