Gambas al ajillo

• Raw shrimp 400 gr.
• 5/6 cloves of garlic
• 2 lemons
• 1 bunch of parsley
• 1 cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet pepper
• 8 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Difficulty : Easy

• Total time 30 min.
• Preparation 20 min.
• Cooking 10 min.

1. Peel the shrimp and cut the garlic cloves into small pieces.
2. In a frying pan, heat the olive oil with the garlic and chilli pepper, until golden brown.
3. Add the shrimp and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes.
4. Add the chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper and reduce the heat to low for 2 minutes.

For presentation, pour the contents (including the oil) into a clay dish or small frying pan. Serve with bread.

For the ingredients, peppers can be added depending on the flavors you are looking for. However, taste your dishes after 10 minutes before adding more peppers. The taste and flavors may vary slightly depending on the quality of the shrimp. Make the right choice to make this Spanish tapas a success!

Gambas al ajillo, one of the easiest recipes in Spanish cuisine. Accompany it with white wine from Spain . Ideal for an evening with family or friends!

Gambas al ajillo, one of the most loved tapas in the world?

Despite the controversy, there’s no denying that gambas al ajillo are a staple of Spanish tapas, even if they’re not as prevalent on menus as we’d like. They showcase key ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and garlic, and are incredibly simple to make at home.