Salt and Pepper Gambas Spanish Style Shrimp

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Experience the vibrant flavors of Spain with this quick and irresistible Salt and Pepper Gambas Spanish-Style Shrimp recipe. Featuring succulent extra-large shrimp sautéed in olive oil with fragrant garlic, smoky paprika, and a perfect touch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, this dish is a true celebration of bold, simple ingredients. A hint of optional red chili flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while fresh lemon wedges and parsley elevate the presentation. Ready in just 20 minutes, this gluten-free crowd-pleaser is perfect as an appetizer or a light main course. Pair it with crusty bread to soak up the savory juices, and let every bite transport you to a bustling seaside café in Spain.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 500 grams Extra-large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 Lemon (cut into wedges)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
• 1 loaf Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Set aside.

2. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

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

4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to let it burn.

5. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on one side.

6. Sprinkle the shrimp with the salt, pepper, and smoked paprika mixture, then flip the shrimp over and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.

7. If desired, add the red chili flakes for a bit of heat and stir well to combine.

8. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving platter.

9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the shrimp.

10. Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (249.7g)

Calories		481
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		15.2 g	20%
	Saturated Fat	2.7 g	14%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		184 mg	61%
Sodium		1294 mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate		51.7 g	19%
	Dietary Fiber	2.5 g	9%
	Total Sugars	2.0 g
Protein		35.7 g	71%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		92 mg	7%
Iron		3.5 mg	19%
Potassium		479 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 549 cal (28.2%%)

Protein: 571 cal (29.4%%)

Carbs: 826 cal (42.4%%)