Description
Spanish Garlic Shrimp, or Gambas al Ajillo, is a classic tapas appetizer that is sizzling and aromatic, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 500g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the garlic slices and chili flakes, sautéing until the garlic is golden and fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Ensure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 125g
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg