Real Gambas Pil Pil
Transport your taste buds straight to the sun-soaked coasts of Spain with this authentic "Real Gambas Pil Pil" recipe, a classic Andalusian dish bursting with bold, vibrant flavors. Featuring succulent prawns bathed in a sizzling infusion of extra virgin olive oil, garlic, dried red chili, and a dash of smoky paprika, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. Served piping hot, it's garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish, making it perfect for sharing as an appetizer or a light main. Don't forget to pair it with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the irresistibly spiced oil! This Spanish favorite is a must-try for seafood lovers seeking an effortless yet unforgettable dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Raw prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 100 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
- 6 units Garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
- 2 units Dried red chili (crushed or sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 unit Lemon wedge (to serve)
- 1 loaf Crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan or a traditional Spanish cazuela (earthenware dish) over medium heat until warm but not smoking.
Add the sliced garlic to the pan. Cook gently, stirring frequently, for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden but not browned.
Add the crushed or sliced dried chili to the pan and stir for 30 seconds to release its flavor.
Stir in the smoked paprika and cook for another 30 seconds, ensuring it doesn't burn.
Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the prawns to the pan. Sprinkle the salt over the prawns.
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are cooked through (opaque). Stir occasionally so they absorb the flavors of the oil.
Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the prawns.
Serve immediately in the same pan or transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge and provide crusty bread for dipping into the flavored oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
609 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 476 mg | 10% | |
*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.
