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    Grapefruit paella

    Grapefruit paella

    Transform your traditional paella into a zesty sensation with this grapefruit paella!

    This unique twist on the classic Spanish dish combines the savoury flavours of seafood and saffron-infused rice with the refreshing citrus burst of grapefruit.

    Perfect for a family gathering or as a dish to bring along to a cook out!

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    Grapefruit paella

    Serves: 6 - 8
    Cooking Time: 1 hr

    Ingredients

    • 45ml (3 tbsp) olive/avocado oil, to fry + extra, if needed
    • 4 chicken drumsticks, skins removed
    • 4 chicken thighs, skins removed
    • 800g king prawns, cleaned
    • 220g chorizo, chopped
    • 1 red onion, peeled and chopped
    • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
    • 5ml (1 tsp) paprika
    • 1kg bomba (paella) rice
    • 1,5L (6 cups) chicken stock
    • 60ml (¼ cup) grapefruit juice
    • 10ml (2 tsp) white sugar
    • 3 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes
    • 3 medium grapefruits, peeled and cut into segments
    • handful fresh coriander, to garnish

    Instructions

    1

    Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat and brown the chicken drumsticks and thighs on both sides, about 15 minutes, adding a little more oil if needed. Place in a bowl and set aside until needed.

    2

    In the same pan, fry the prawns, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside in a bowl until needed.

    3

    In the same pan, fry the chorizo until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside in a bowl until needed.

    4

    Heat a little oil in a clean, deep saucepan over medium heat, add the onion and garlic, stir in the paprika and cook, 2 minutes. Add the rice and stir until combined. Add the stock, juice, sugar, chicken and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Season to taste, lower the heat to medium and let it simmer away, 20 minutes.

    5

    Add the prawns and cook for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chorizo.

    6

    Mix in some of the grapefruit segments, keeping the rest for a topping. Garnish with coriander and the remainder of the grapefruit.

    ALSO SEE: SEAFOOD AND CHICKEN PAELLA WITH CHORIZO

    Seafood and chicken paella with chorizo

    Imka Webb
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    Imka Webb is a freelance digital marketing expert and the digital editor of Food & Home Entertaining magazine.  www.imkawebb.com

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