gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp)

4 Pinches
Westland, MI
Updated on Jan 3, 2017

Found in paper

prep time
cook time
method Pan Fry
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • - salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • pinch fresh flat leaf chopped parsley

How To Make gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp)

  • Step 1
    In a wide, shallow saute pan over high heat, warm the olive oil and the butter. Add the shrimp and garlic and saute quickly for about 2-3 minutes. Add the lemon juice, paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste. Adjust seasonings to your liking. Transfer to a warmed serving dish, sprinkle with the parsley, garnish with lemon wedges and serve at once.

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Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Pan Fry
Culture: Spanish
Category: Seafood

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