Total Time
70 min
Servings
4 people
Level
medium
Rating
This variation embraces the Catalan 'Mar y Montaña' (Sea and Mountain) tradition by pairing earthy pork meatballs with fresh seafood. A rich sauce infused with smoked paprika, saffron, and cured chorizo brings the elements together for a hearty and sophisticated dinner.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, half of the minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently by hand until combined, then form into walnut-sized meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a wide, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.
In the same pan, add the diced chorizo and cook for 2 minutes until the fat renders. Add the chopped onion and remaining garlic, cooking until softened and translucent.
Stir in the smoked paprika and saffron, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
Add the crushed tomatoes and stock. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then return the meatballs to the pan. Cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
Stir in the squid rings. Immediately nestle the clams into the sauce around the meatballs. Cover the pan again and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened and the squid is tender.
Discard any clams that did not open. Season the sauce with salt and pepper if needed, garnish with extra parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.

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