Mediterranean Seafood Paella

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large paella pan or wide shallow skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
2. Add the red bell pepper and tomatoes and cook until the tomatoes break down and the mixture starts to caramelize.
3. Add the paprika, stirring well to combine.
4. Add the seafood mix and cook until just starting to change color. Remove the seafood and set aside.
5. Add the rice to the pan, stirring to coat the grains with the tomato mixture. Cook for a couple of minutes until the rice starts to turn translucent.
6. Crush the saffron threads and add to the pan along with the chicken stock. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
7. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is nearly tender.
8. Add the peas and the cooked seafood back to the pan, pushing the seafood down into the rice. Cover and cook for another 5-10 minutes, until the seafood is cooked through and the rice is tender.
9. Serve the paella hot, garnished with lemon wedges and chopped parsley.