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Low Carb Spanish Paella Recipe

This Low Carb Spanish Paella is a delightful twist on a classic dish! Made with Qetoe Low Carb Rice, it offers the rich flavours of saffron, smoky paprika, and fresh seafood—all while keeping carbs low. Perfect for anyone looking to savour an indulgent meal without the guilt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 serves
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 746
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 packet Qetoe Rice
  • 200g chicken thigh, diced
  • 100g chorizo sausage, sliced
  • 150g prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 50g peas
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 pinch saffron threads
  • 500ml chicken stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large frying pan, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and chorizo to the pan, cooking until the chicken is browned all over (around 5-7 minutes).
  3. Stir in the garlic, red bell pepper, smoked paprika, and saffron, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the dry Qetoe Rice straight into the pan, mixing well to coat in the flavours.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a gentle simmer. Do not stir.
  6. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed the stock and is tender.
  7. Add the prawns and peas to the rice, gently nestling them into the mixture and cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the prawns are pink and cooked through.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavour, serve with a wedge of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top!
This recipe replaces traditional rice with Qetoe Low Carb Rice, bringing the carbs down significantly while keeping that authentic paella flavour.