Spanish Gambas al Ajillo with Garlic and Parsley

Name: Spanish Gambas al Ajillo with Garlic and Parsley
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 lb large raw shrimp; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 large garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; Salt and black pepper; Zest of 1 lemon; Juice of half a lemon

A Flavorful Spanish Tapas Dish

Succulent shrimp sautéed in a sizzling garlic and chili-infused olive oil, finished with fresh parsley for a classic tapas experience.

25 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 lb large raw shrimp

peeled and deveined

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

4 large garlic cloves

thinly sliced

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

(adjust for preference)

1/4 cup fresh parsley

finely chopped

Salt and black pepper

to taste

For the Preparation of Oil

Zest of 1 lemon

Juice of half a lemon

Preparation

Marinating the Shrimp

Season Shrimp

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.

Add Lemon Zest

Add lemon zest and toss to combine.

Chill Shrimp

Set aside in the refrigerator while you prepare the oil.

Preparing the Garlic Oil

Heat Olive Oil

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Brown Garlic

Add the garlic, stirring frequently until golden brown.

Do not burn the garlic; it will taste bitter.

Add Pepper Flakes

Add red pepper flakes and remove from heat.

Adjust the chili flakes based on your spice preference.

Cooking Process

Shrimp Sautéing

Add the shrimp to the skillet with the prepared garlic oil and return to medium heat until shrimp turn pink and opaque.

Lemon Finish

Add the lemon juice and give a final toss before removing from heat.

Herbal Touch

Sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp before serving.

Plating & Serving