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Gambas al Ajillo (Shrimp in Garlic Sauce)

Gambas al Ajillo (Shrimp in Garlic Sauce)

This quick and easy recipe makes for an amazing appetizer or main course. Serve it with crusty bread to sop up the garlicky sauce.

Calories
237
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
21g
Potassium
563mg
Fiber
4g
Sugar
12g

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup olive oil

  • 4 garlic cloves, cut into thin slices

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 2 pounds large shrimp, shelled

  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 3 tablespoons dry sherry

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Direction

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the garlic, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. Add the shrimp, salt, and black pepper to the pan and stir to combine.

  4. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just done, 4 to 5 minutes.

  5. Stir in the sherry, lemon juice, and parsley.

  6. Plate and serve.

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