Best 8 Seafood Couscous Paella Recipes

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Seafood couscous paella is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the best of both worlds: the classic Spanish paella and the North African couscous. This delectable dish is a vibrant fusion of flavors, textures, and colors. It starts with a base of tender couscous, which is cooked in a flavorful broth infused with saffron, paprika, and other spices. The seafood, which can include a variety of options such as shrimp, mussels, calamari, and fish, is then added and cooked until perfectly tender. The dish is finished with a vibrant array of vegetables, such as bell peppers, tomatoes, and zucchini, which add a delightful sweetness and crunch. Served hot, seafood couscous paella is a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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"PAELLA" COUSCOUS SALAD



Categories     Pork     Shellfish     Sauté     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

For salad
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lb Spanish chorizo (spicy cured pork sausage; preferably hot), cut into 1/4-inch dice*
1/2 cup finely chopped shallot
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 lb medium shrimp in shell (26), peeled and deveined
3/4 lb sea scallops, tough muscle removed from side of each if necessary, halved crosswise (quartered if large)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 (10-oz) box couscous (1 1/2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 large red bell pepper, finely diced
1 cup coarsely chopped drained pimiento-stuffed green olives (5 oz)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
For dressing
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Make salad:
  • Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté chorizo and shallot, stirring, until chorizo is golden brown on edges, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and sauté, stirring, 1 minute. Transfer mixture to a large bowl, scraping out skillet with a rubber spatula.
  • Bring broth and wine to a boil in a 2 1/2-quart saucepan and cook shrimp, covered, until just cooked through, about 45 seconds. Transfer shrimp with a slotted spoon to a small bowl. Bring liquid in saucepan back to a boil and cook scallops, covered, until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Transfer scallops with slotted spoon to bowl with shrimp and pour any liquid accumulated in bowl back into pan. Add lemon juice to seafood, then add salt and pepper to taste and toss to combine.
  • Put couscous in a metal bowl. Reserve 1 3/4 cups cooking liquid in saucepan and discard remainder. Add saffron and bring liquid to a boil and pour over couscous. Let stand, covered tightly with plastic wrap, 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork and add to chorizo. Stir in peas, bell pepper, olives, and seafood and toss to combine.
  • Make dressing:
  • Blend lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a blender until smooth and pour over seafood salad, tossing to combine well. Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature to allow couscous to absorb dressing.
  • Stir in parsley and season salad with salt and pepper.
  • Available at Latino markets and some supermarkets.

COUSCOUS PAELLA



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Featuring fabulous seasoning and herbs-including coriander, turmeric and garlic-this shrimp paella makes eating healthy completely enjoyable.-Marcella Stevenson, Westminster, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
6 green onions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups uncooked couscous
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper in oil for 2 minutes. Add onions and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in broth and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add shrimp; cook for 2-3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Return to a boil. Stir in the couscous, peas and butter. , Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with almonds and parsley. Serve with lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 841mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEAFOOD COUSCOUS PAELLA



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Whole-wheat couscous soaks up this savory saffron-infused broth.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Shrimp Pasta Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon fennel seed
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Pinch of crumbled saffron threads
1 cup no-salt-added diced tomatoes, with juice
¼ cup vegetable broth
4 ounces bay scallops, tough muscle removed
4 ounces small shrimp, (41-50 per pound), peeled and deveined
½ cup whole-wheat couscous

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, fennel seed, salt, pepper and saffron; cook for 20 seconds.
  • Stir in tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium, stir in scallops and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes more. Stir in couscous. Cover, remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes; fluff.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.1 calories, Carbohydrate 60.3 g, Cholesterol 104.5 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1019.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

AUTHENTIC SEAFOOD PAELLA



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Paella is a classic Spanish dish of rice cooked with shellfish and seasoned with saffron. It is perfect for easy entertaining.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Spanish

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely diced
½ tomato, finely diced
1 pinch salt
½ tablespoon smoked paprika
6 fresh romano or green beans
½ cup canned butter beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup white rice
6 large shrimp
6 mussels
6 clams
1 cup white wine
2 cups seafood stock
1 pinch saffron threads
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup fresh peas
5 baby squid, cut into rings and tentacles
1 lemon, cut into wedges
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or paella pan over high heat. Cook and stir onion, tomato, salt, and smoked paprika into the hot oil until softened, about 3 minutes. Add romano beans, butter beans, and rice; cook and stir until rice is coated with oil, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Place shrimp, mussels, and clams over the top of the rice mixture. Pour in white wine and seafood stock; sprinkle in saffron threads and rosemary. Bring mixture to a simmer. Turn shellfish and continue to cook until clams and mussels have opened, and shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove clams, mussels, and shrimp and set aside.
  • Stir peas into the paella; simmer, uncovered, until rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir in squid, and return clams, mussels, and shrimp to the pan. Cook until squid is opaque and cooked through, 2 to 3 more minutes. Serve with lemon wedges and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 784.1 calories, Carbohydrate 73.5 g, Cholesterol 301.1 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 53 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 979.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

COUSCOUS PAELLA WITH SHRIMP



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Make and share this Couscous Paella With Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ck2plz

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium size onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium size sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium size yellow sweet pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup water
1 (10 ounce) box frozen peas, thawed
1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, shelled and cleaned
1 (10 ounce) box couscous (about 1 3/4 cups)
1/2 cup pitted black olives, sliced

Steps:

  • Heal oil in a large heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic and peppers. Cook for 8 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add salt, black pepper, thyme, red pepper flakes and turmeric. Stir in broth, 1 cup water and the peas. Bring to a simmer and add shrimp. Simmer, covered, for 2 minutes or until the shrimp is cooked through.
  • Remove from heat; stir in couscous. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. To serve, fluff with fork and garnish with olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.6, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 172.8, Sodium 750.7, Carbohydrate 50.6, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 4.4, Protein 33.9

COUSCOUS WITH MUSSELS AND SHRIMP



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This one-pot mixture of seafood and coarse-grained couscous offers echoes of paella, and a bottle or two of rosé alongside makes for a happy summer dinner.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 ounces chorizo, diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon Espelette pepper
1 teaspoon Spanish smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt, more to taste
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped cherry tomatoes (about 18)
1 1/2 cups coarse-textured couscous
1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined
2/3 cup dry vermouth
1 cup fish stock
2 pounds mussels, scrubbed
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
1 lemon, in 6 wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oil on medium in a 4-quart sauté pan. Add chorizo and let it sizzle a minute or two. Stir in onion, garlic and Espelette and cook until onion is soft. Stir in paprika, salt and tomatoes. Simmer gently about 5 minutes, until tomatoes soften and release their juices. Stir in couscous and cook a few minutes until all ingredients are well-combined.
  • Add shrimp, folding them in with the rest of the ingredients. Stir in vermouth and stock. Let the liquid come to a simmer. Taste liquid for seasoning and adjust salt and Espelette. Add mussels and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook until mussels open, from 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest, covered, 5 minutes. The couscous should be tender and should have absorbed most of the liquid.
  • Serve directly from the sauté pan or pile the contents on a big, warm platter. Garnish with cilantro and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 479, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 38 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1047 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEAFOOD COUSCOUS PAELLA



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Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Sauté

Yield 6 1.5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
pinch of crumbled saffron threads
1 cup no-salt-added diced tomatoes, with juice
1/4 cup vegetable broth
8 ounces small shrimp, (41-50 per pound), peeled and deveined
1/2 cup whole-wheat couscous

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, fennel seed, salt, pepper and saffron; cook for 20 seconds. 2. Stir in tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. 3. Increase heat to medium, Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Stir in couscous. Cover, remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes; fluff. Nutrition Information: Per Serving: cal. (kcal) 409, Fat, total (g) 7, chol. (mg) 103, sat. fat (g) 1, carb. (g) 59, Monosaturated fat (g) 4, fiber (g) 10, pro. (g) 29, vit. A (IU) 728.85, vit. C (mg) 23.62, sodium (mg) 584, Potassium (mg) 399, iron (mg) 2.7, Vegetables () 3, Starch () 3, Lean Meat () 3, Fat () 1, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

SEAFOOD COUSCOUS PAELLA RECIPE



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Provided by erin1902

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Pinch of crumbled saffron threads
1 cup no-salt-added diced tomatoes, with juice
1/4 cup vegetable broth
4 ounces bay scallops, tough muscle removed
4 ounces small shrimp, (41-50 per pound), peeled and deveined
1/2 cup whole-wheat couscous

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, fennel seed, salt, pepper and saffron; cook for 20 seconds. Stir in tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium, stir in scallops and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes more. Stir in couscous. Cover, remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes; fluff.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Opt for fresh seafood, flavorful vegetables, and aromatic spices to elevate the overall taste of your paella.
  • Use a good quality paella pan: A traditional paella pan is ideal for achieving an evenly cooked and crispy bottom layer of rice.
  • Toast the rice before cooking: Toasting the rice in a little bit of olive oil before adding the liquid helps to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Use a flavorful cooking liquid: The liquid used in paella is crucial for infusing flavor into the dish. Choose a combination of seafood stock, vegetable broth, and white wine for a rich and savory taste.
  • Don't stir the paella too much: Once the rice has been added, avoid stirring the paella excessively as this can break the grains and make the rice mushy. Instead, gently shake the pan from side to side to distribute the rice evenly.
  • Let the paella rest before serving: After cooking, allow the paella to rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps the rice to absorb the flavorful cooking liquid and develop a slightly crispy texture.

Conclusion:

Seafood couscous paella is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the best of two culinary worlds – the classic Spanish paella and the North African couscous. By following the tips and tricks provided in this article, you can create a delicious and authentic seafood couscous paella that will impress your family and friends. From choosing the right ingredients to mastering the cooking technique, each step is essential in achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of Spain and North Africa.

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