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Paella in less than 10 minutes? That’s right - instant paella is a new twist on a classic Spanish dish that can be prepared quickly. Originally from Valencia, Spain, paella is a popular dish in the Mediterranean region and is traditionally made with saffron-infused rice, chorizo, seafood, and vegetables. Now, with instant paella, you can enjoy the same delicious flavours in a fraction of the time. It's perfect for a quick and easy dinner.

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil

600g fish fillets, cut into 3cm pieces

1 dried chorizo, halved lengthways, thinly sliced

1 red capsicum, thinly sliced

2 anchovy fillets, chopped

1 cup of peas

1 1/2 cups (300g) instant couscous

Chopped flat-leaf parsley to serve

Lemon wedges to serve

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a large, deep frypan with a lid over medium heat. Season the fish as desired and cook for 2-3 minutes, flipping as needed. Add the chorizo and cook, turning, for another 2 minutes or until fragrant. Then add the capsicum, anchovy, and peas to the pan. Season with pepper, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

2. Boil the kettle. Add the couscous to the pan and pour 1 1/2 cups (375ml) of boiling water, ensuring that the couscous is fully covered. Remove the pan from heat, cover it with the lid, and let it stand for 2 minutes or until the water has been fully absorbed.

3. Stir the contents of the pan to combine and top with parsley.

4. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Optional Extras:

- For an extra kick of flavour, try adding some smoked paprika to the couscous before adding the boiling water.

- For a seafood-only paella, substitute the chorizo for mussels or prawns.

- Serve with a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche for an extra creamy finish.

 

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