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Gambas al Ajillo

Spanish garlic shrimp cooked in olive oil with garlic, red pepper flakes, and optional paprika. Shrimp are seared until pink and tender in a fragrant, garlicky oil.

18
min
4
servings
332
kcal
27.7g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings

Method

1

Peel and devein shrimp if not already done. Pat dry with paper towels. Mince garlic finely.

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

3

Increase heat to high. Add shrimp in a single layer and season with salt and paprika. Sear for 1.5 to 2 minutes without stirring, then flip and cook for another 1.5 to 2 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.

4

Remove from heat. Stir in fresh parsley if using. Divide into bowls and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories332 kcal
Protein27.7 g
Carbohydrate5.7 g
Fat22.8 g
Fibre0.9 g
Sodium1107.3 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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