Gambas Al Ajillo Recipe

Inspired by Cortez

Time30m

Serves4

Shell-On Shrimp, Garlic-Butter-Lemon Sauce, Toasted Ciabatta

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the shell-on shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt.
2
Cook the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3
Add Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
4
Finish the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low, add the butter and lemon juice, stirring until the butter melts and combines with the garlic and shrimp.
5
Toast the Ciabatta
While the shrimp is cooking, slice the ciabatta loaf in half and toast it in a toaster or on a grill until golden brown.
6
Serve
Remove the skillet from heat, stir in the chopped parsley, and serve the shrimp with the toasted ciabatta on the side.