Description
Indulge in the flavors of Spain with this delicious Spanish Garlic Shrimp Delight recipe. Succulent shrimp cooked in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, with a hint of smoked paprika and a zing of lemon, served with crusty bread for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Garlic:
- 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Olive Oil Mixture:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Finishing Touches:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Season Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Saute Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant.
- Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer, cook until pink and opaque.
- Finish: Squeeze lemon juice, sprinkle parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh and hot.
- Use high-quality olive oil for enhanced flavor.
- Pair with a crisp white wine or sparkling water with lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer or Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
