Seafood fideuà
A classic and spectacular Spanish dish featuring thin vermicelli noodles infused with a deep, rich fish fumet, paired with a premium selection of seafood and succulent sea fish. The harmony of aromatic saffron, sweet tomatoes, and caramelized onions delivers an authentic Mediterranean experience, perfect for elegant entertaining or an intimate romantic dinner.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Boil the kettle. Empty the mussels into a colander and run under cold water. Throw away any with broken shells. Pick through the shells, tapping each one on the side of the sink – they should be closed or should slowly close when tapped – if they stay open, throw them away. If any of the shells still have barnacles or stringy beards attached, pull them off with a cutlery knife and rinse the shells well. Keep in the colander, covered with a cold, damp cloth, until you’re ready to cook. Peel the prawn shells on the body section only – leave the heads and tails intact. Score down the backs and pull out any gritty entrails. Chill until you’re ready to cook.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 671
- Protein
- 4.5g
- Carbs
- 23g
Chef tips
For a professional finish, toast the fideua noodles in oil until deep golden brown before adding any liquids; this helps them maintain their texture and imparts a rich, nutty flavor. For a fantastic kosher version, swap the seafood for cubes of salmon or grouper, and throw in a handful of green peas for a pop of color and sweetness that the kids will love.
Culinary reasoning
A classic and spectacular Spanish dish featuring thin vermicelli noodles infused with a deep, rich fish fumet, paired with a premium selection of seafood and succulent sea fish. The harmony of aromatic saffron, sweet tomatoes, and caramelized onions delivers an authentic Mediterranean experience, perfect for elegant entertaining or an intimate romantic dinner.