Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo)
Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo) features plump shrimp gently sizzled in olive oil with layers of garlic, smoky paprika, and a bright splash of dry sherry. The result is aromatic, garlicky, and slightly spicy with a silky, savory sauce perfect for bread-dipping. Ideal for tapas night or a quick dinner starter.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Put the shrimp in a large bowl and season with paprika and kosher salt; mix thoroughly to coat.
- 3
Cut the garlic into thin slices. Warm the oil in a skillet over medium heat; add the garlic and cook until golden, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Add the shrimp and raise the heat to high. Toss and turn the shrimp with tongs until they begin to curl but are still undercooked, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Pour in the sherry. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce reaches a boil and the shrimp are cooked through, about 1 minute more.
- 6
Take off the heat. Stir in the parsley.
- Calories 315.32 kcal Moderate
- Protein 20.31 g Good Source
- Carbs 22.11 g Moderate
- Total Fat 13.58 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.8 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 146.28 mg High
- Sodium 481.57 mg High
- Fiber 0.45 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.04 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 522.53 mg Good Source
- Iron 0.24 mg Low Source
- Potassium 222.21 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 5.98 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 52.68 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.91 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo) is a Spanish appetizer recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cooking Sherry, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Parsley, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 315.32 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo)?
- It is a Spanish recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner.
- What is Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo) made of?
- The main ingredients are Cooking Sherry, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, Hot Paprika. The full list of 7 is above.
- What goes well with Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo)?
- Explore these Spanish side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo)?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 315.32 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 6 steps.
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