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Gambas al Ajillo with Sherry-Garlic Sauce
A classic Spanish tapas dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, flavorful sherry-garlic sauce. Served with crusty bread for dipping.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Calories
450
Level
Easy
Yields
4 servings
Cost
£3.91
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Ingredients
Servings
4
1lbLarge Shrimp(Peeled and deveined, tail on or off (your preference))
£10.00
0.5cupExtra Virgin Olive Oil(High-quality is key for flavor)
£1.50
8clovesGarlic(Thinly sliced)
£0.50
0.3cupDry Sherry(Fino or Manzanilla sherry recommended)
£1.00
0.3cupFresh Parsley(Finely chopped)
£0.75
0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Adjust to your spice preference)
£0.10
To tasteSalt
To tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)
1loafCrusty Bread(For dipping)
£1.50
1Lemon wedges(For serving (optional))
£0.30
Total Cost
£15.65
£3.91 per serving
The Method
- 1
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 2
Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
- 3
Pour in the dry sherry and let it simmer for 1 minute, allowing the alcohol to evaporate slightly. Stir to combine the sherry with the olive oil and garlic.
- 4
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Stir in the chopped parsley. Remove the skillet from the heat.
- 6
Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping into the delicious sherry-garlic sauce. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.
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My Notes
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (200g)
450 kcal / 1883 kJ
Carbs
15g
6% of RDA
Fat
30g
43% of RDA
Protein
28g
56% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
2 g
7% of RDA
Sugar
3 g
3% of RDA
Sodium
450 mg
20% of RDA
Saturated Fat
4 g
20% of RDA
Chef's Tips
Use good quality olive oil for the best flavor. Don't skimp!
Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become rubbery.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness.
Serve immediately while the shrimp is hot and the sauce is flavorful.
Cooking Equipment
Large skillet
Small bowl
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
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