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Shrimp and squid fideuá: A seafood delight
For 2 people
Difficulty: Medium
Preparation time: 30min
Shrimp and squid fideuá It is a dish with seafaring roots, originating from the Valencian coast. According to tradition, a cook on one of the fishing boats that fished in the area had the ingenious idea of replacing the rice in his boat with thick noodles, with the intention of making it less appetizing. His aim was to prevent the captain, who was very fond of rice, from keeping most of the ration. However, the result was quite the opposite, and The recipe quickly became popular, until it became a classic in the port's restaurants.
On this occasion, from Castey we bring you a Shrimp and squid fideuá recipe that will win you over from the first bite. Are you ready to get started? Here we tell you how to prepare it step by step!
Ingredients
Preparing the base for the shrimp fideuá
The fumet: We peel the prawns and set aside the meat. With the heads and skins, we prepare a fish stock. In a saucepan With two tablespoons of olive oil, brown the heads and skins. Add water and leave boil for 15 minutes. We booked.
Vegetables: In another saucepan, heat a splash of olive oil and add the chopped onion and garlic cloves chopped. When the vegetables begin to brown, add the diced green and red peppers. Cook for 7-8 minutes.
Squid: While the vegetables are cooking, lwe go and cut it into pieces the squid. Add them to the pan and fry them together with the vegetables. Once ready, add the noodles and sauté briefly.
Cooking fideuá step by step
1. We choose Our best paella pan, fry the prawns with the squid. Add the chopped garlic cloves and the grated tomato. Add the noodles and mix everything well.
2. We add the fish stock, along with a pinch of sweet paprika and a few strands of saffron. We cook over medium heat for 3 minutes., stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to blend.
3. Finally, we cover with a seafood broth or fumet, prepared previously, and We let the fideuá cook for 8 more minutes.
Key tips for a perfect fideuá
If you are looking for a quick and delicious fideuá, we recommend use thin noodles. This type of noodle, made with durum wheat semolina, is perfect for home kitchens, as it makes it easy to prepare on a regular stove and reduces cooking time. By following the time indicated on the package, you will achieve a soft texture, ideal for those who prefer a softer texture. Juicier fideuá, without being al denteIf you like to enjoy this dish with a spoon, add a little more broth to make it soupy and even more flavorful.
Accompany the fideuá with aioli is a success. You can opt for the traditional eggless version, or a quicker version with egg, similar to a garlic mayonnaise. Both are delicious, choose the one that best suits your taste. For even cooking, it is ideal to use a High quality paella from the Castey brandIf you don't have one, look for a wide, flat pan to get a result as close to the traditional style as possible. With these simple tricks, your homemade fideuá will reach a professional level.
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