Garlic Shrimp Gambas Al Ajillo
Dive into the bold and vibrant flavors of Garlic Shrimp Gambas Al Ajillo, a classic Spanish tapa that’s ready in just 20 minutes! This mouthwatering recipe combines succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection in fragrant olive oil infused with golden garlic and a hint of heat from red chili flakes. A splash of dry white wine and a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevate the dish, while paprika lends optional smoky depth. Served alongside crusty bread to soak up the irresistible garlic-infused oil, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect as an appetizer or light meal. Garnished with fresh lemon for a zesty finish, this quick and easy recipe is a celebration of Mediterranean-inspired simplicity and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 6 pieces garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes or sliced fresh red chili
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece lemon (for garnish)
- 1 loaf crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the red chili flakes or sliced fresh chili and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using).
Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes on one side until they start to turn pink, then flip them over.
Pour in the white wine and let it cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly and the shrimp to cook fully.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Transfer the shrimp and garlic oil to a serving dish, then garnish with wedges of fresh lemon.
Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful garlic oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 4160 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 145.8 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1833 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
