Latin American Seafood Rice with Shrimp and Scallops (Arroz con Mariscos) for 1

Jay’s Seafood Rice (Arroz con mariscos) is a classic Latin/South American dish similar to Spanish paella. Prepared with fragrant rice cooked in a seafood broth with skillet shrimp and scallops and combined with sauteed onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, green peas, cumin, fresh parsley, and *achiote. Garnished with broccolini (baby broccoli with long stalks – entirely edible with a mild, earthy flavor.)

Achiote (also called annatto) is made from ground annatto seeds, an orange-red spice with a mild peppery aroma and subtle flavor. This bright-hued spice is often used commercially to add color to butter, cheddar, and Muenster cheese.