Gambas Al Ajillo
Serves 4
10 mins prep
25 mins cook
0 mins total
Gambas Al Ajillo, aka garlic shrimp is one of my all-time favorite Spanish tapas dish. It is a very simple dish of juicy, plump shrimp gently cooked in a fragrant garlic and chili scented oil.
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Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein all of the shrimp. Season with salt and set aside.
Start Cooking the Sauce
Add oil and garlic to a medium-sized saucepan, then turn the heat to medium low. Allow the garlic to slowly cook in the oil until soft and fragrant, about 15-20 minutes.
Add the paprika and chili pepper flakes to the garlic oil and stir well.
Cook the Shrimp
Place the shrimp into the garlic chili oil and turn the heat to medium. Allow to gently cook on each side for 2-3 minutes, until opaque and cooked through (no color; the goal is to cook them until just done so they remain plump & juicy.)
Turn off the heat, add in the lemon juice & a pinch of salt. Taste for seasoning.
Garnish & Serve
Transfer to a plate and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with warm toasted bread for dunking.
ENJOY!
