Spanish Style Garlic Prawns Shrimp
Treat your taste buds to the bold, Mediterranean flavors of Spanish Style Garlic Prawns Shrimp, a quick and irresistible seafood dish perfect for any occasion. Tender prawns or shrimp are sautéed to perfection in fragrant olive oil infused with golden slices of garlic, smoky paprika, and a touch of spicy red chili flakes for a delightful kick. Fresh parsley and a bright squeeze of lemon juice elevate the dish with a burst of freshness, while crusty bread serves as the perfect accompaniment for soaking up the savory, garlicky sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this classic Spanish tapa is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, an elegant appetizer, or a show-stopping centerpiece at your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Raw prawns or shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails optional)
- 8 cloves Garlic (thinly sliced)
- 100 ml Olive oil
- 1 tsp Dried red chili flakes
- 0.5 tsp Paprika (smoked or sweet, optional)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 loaf Crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the prawns or shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set them aside.
In a large skillet or shallow pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Add the sliced garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and just starting to turn golden (be careful not to burn it).
Stir in the dried red chili flakes and smoked paprika (if using), allowing them to infuse the oil for about 30 seconds.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the prawns or shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt.
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on the first side, then flip them over and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice, ensuring the prawns are well coated with the garlicky oil.
Transfer the garlic prawns to a serving dish, spooning the flavored oil over the top.
Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side for dipping into the flavorful oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.6 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 5032 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.2 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 157.3 g | 315% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1891 mg | 40% | |
*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.
