Shrimp With Garlic (Gambas Al Ajillo)

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.

2. 2

   Place four serving crocks/souffle molds in warm oven until ready to use.

3. 3

   Pour olive oil into a large, deep skillet.

4. 4

   Heat over medium high heat about 1.5 minutes or until oil reaches 325 degrees F. Add garlic and pepper strips, cooking about 1 minute until tender.

5. 5

   Add half of the shrimp (shrimp should be sizzling briskly and 1/3 covered with oil).

6. 6

   Cook 30 to 45 seconds or until golden on bottom.

7. 7

   Using tongs, carefully turn shrimp and cook another 30 seconds on other side.

8. 8

   Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp and garlic from oil onto the warmed crocks/souffle molds, dividing proportions evenly among serveware.

9. 9

   Discard pepper strips.

10. 10

    Add remaining or leftover shrimp to oil and repeat cooking directions above.

11. 11

    Carefully drizzle some hot oil over each crock/mold of shrimp and garnish with parsley.

12. 12

    Serve warm alongside Tomato-Rubbed Bread (Pan Con Tomate) recipe.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.