Shrimp With Garlic (Gambas/Camarones Al Ajillo) Recipe

Name: Shrimp With Garlic (Gambas/Camarones Al Ajillo)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb medium or large shrimp; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup dry white wine or sherry; 1 teaspoon Spanish paprika; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; Salt and pepper; A dash Hot Sauce or pepper flakes (optional); 1 lemon for juice to pour when serving; parsley or chopped cilantro; Loaf or fresh baguette bread

Servings: persons

1 lb medium or large shrimp
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine or sherry
1 teaspoon Spanish paprika
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
A dash Hot Sauce or pepper flakes (optional)
1 lemon for juice to pour when serving
parsley or chopped cilantro
Loaf or fresh baguette bread

1
In low heat, cook garlic in olive oil until garlic is golden brown (be careful, garlic burns easily!) Raise heat to medium-high and add the shrimp. Add salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with 1/2 paprika. Flip shrimp over and add salt, pepper and paprika again. (be careful not to add too much salt!)
2
Pour the wine over the shrimp and cook until done. Do not over cook!! Add hot sauce or pepper flakes if using any.
3
Transfer shrimp to plate. Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp. Sprinkle with parsley or cilantro. Serve the shrimp with fresh warm baguette.
4
Enjoy!!

612

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb medium or large shrimp, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 1/4 cup dry white wine or sherry, 1 teaspoon Spanish paprika, and more.

Yes, Shrimp With Garlic (Gambas/Camarones Al Ajillo) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shrimp With Garlic (Gambas/Camarones Al Ajillo)

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