Gambas al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)
A quick and flavorful Spanish tapas dish of shrimp cooked in olive oil with garlic, chili flakes, and a touch of lemon juice. Served with gluten-free bread for dipping.
Ingredients
- about 450 g Large shrimp
- 1/2 cup Olive oil
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp Dry sherry
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Peel and devein shrimp. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 4Stir in dry sherry and lemon juice. Cook for 30 seconds more.
- 5Stir in fresh parsley, salt, and pepper.
- 6Serve immediately with gluten-free bread for dipping.
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