Gambas Al Ajillo Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

Sautéed shrimp in garlic and chili oil

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Make sure they are peeled and deveined.
2
Slice the Garlic
Thinly slice the garlic cloves and set aside.
3
Chop the Parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside for garnish.

4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it is hot but not smoking.
5
Cook the Garlic
Add the thinly sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
6
Add Chili Flakes
Stir in the dried red chili flakes and sauté for an additional 30 seconds to infuse the oil with heat.
7
Add Shrimp
Carefully add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink, then flip them over.
8
Finish Cooking
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and opaque. Season with salt to taste.
9
Garnish
Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.