Name: Gambas Al Ajillo Tapas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined raw shrimp; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 large cloves garlic, finely grated; 1/2 cup olive oil; 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or lemon juice; Crusty bread

Gambas Al Ajillo Tapas

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Sizzling Spanish gambas al ajillo tapas made with shrimp, garlic, olive oil, parsley, and a touch of heat. Ready in minutes, perfect for dipping, sharing, and building a tapas-style meal.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined raw shrimp 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 large cloves garlic, finely grated 1/2 cup olive oil 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or lemon juice Crusty bread

Instructions

Season: Stir shrimp, salt, and grated garlic in a bowl.
Infuse: Heat olive oil and sliced garlic until lightly golden.
Spice: Add red pepper flakes and stir briefly.
Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp and cook until opaque.
Finish: Stir in parsley and vinegar.
Serve: Plate hot with crusty bread.

Notes

Store leftovers up to 2 days in the fridge. Reheat slowly on low heat and refresh with lemon. Avoid microwaving to prevent overcooking shrimp.

Nutrition

Calories: 310
Fat: 20
Saturated fat: 3
Sugar: 0
Sodium: 820
Protein: 28
Carbohydrates: 2
Fiber: 0