Gambas Al Ajillo Recipe

Time20m

Serves2

Sizzling garlic shrimp with olive oil.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. If necessary, season with a little salt.
2
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Make sure the oil is hot but not smoking.
3
Sauté the Garlic
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
4
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet, followed by the red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
5
Add Parsley
Once the shrimp are cooked, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley for added flavor.
6
Serve
Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.