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Let me show you how to make a delicious treat... Gambas al ajillo, a classic Spanish garlic shrimp recipe with olive oil, garlic and parsley!

Gambas al Ajillo (Spanish Garlic Shrimp Recipe)

What an absolute treat!

Course Appetizer, Lunch, Snack, Starter
Cuisine Spanish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories per serving 265 kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 shrimp fresh or frozen
  • 2 medium garlic cloves sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • chili powder or pimenton
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Thaw the shrimp if you're using frozen ones. Then remove the heads and peel them. Remove the black veins if you prefer. Rinse the shrimp well until cleaned and drain them on kitchen paper.

    Learn how to make delicious gambas al ajillo, a classic Spanish garlic prawns recipe with olive oil, garlic and fresh parsley!
  2. Pour the olive oil in a large non-stick pan. Place it over medium heat until hot. Add the garlic. Gently fry it for a minute without browning. Season with salt.

    Learn how to make delicious gambas al ajillo, a classic Spanish garlic prawns recipe with olive oil, garlic and fresh parsley!
  3. Then add the peeled shrimp.

    Learn how to make delicious gambas al ajillo, a classic Spanish garlic prawns recipe with olive oil, garlic and fresh parsley!
  4. Stir and cook the shrimp for 2 minutes until they are pink. Season with a little pinch of pimenton (or chili powder).

    Learn how to make delicious gambas al ajillo, a classic Spanish garlic prawns recipe with olive oil, garlic and fresh parsley!
  5. Once the shrimp are nearly cooked, take the hot pan off the heat and stir in the freshly chopped parsley.

    Learn how to make delicious gambas al ajillo, a classic Spanish garlic prawns recipe with olive oil, garlic and fresh parsley!
  6. Check the seasoning and add extra pimenton or salt to taste if necessary. Then transfer the shrimp, garlic and olive oil to 2 small ceramic dishes and serve immediately.

    Let me show you how to make a delicious treat... Gambas al ajillo, a classic Spanish garlic shrimp recipe with olive oil, garlic and parsley!