Spanish Style Garlic Prawns Shrimp
Treat your taste buds to the bold, Mediterranean flavors of Spanish Style Garlic Prawns Shrimp, a quick and irresistible seafood dish perfect for any occasion. Tender prawns or shrimp are sautéed to perfection in fragrant olive oil infused with golden slices of garlic, smoky paprika, and a touch of spicy red chili flakes for a delightful kick. Fresh parsley and a bright squeeze of lemon juice elevate the dish with a burst of freshness, while crusty bread serves as the perfect accompaniment for soaking up the savory, garlicky sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this classic Spanish tapa is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, an elegant appetizer, or a show-stopping centerpiece at your next gathering.
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Ingredients
- 500 g Raw prawns or shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails optional)
- 8 cloves Garlic (thinly sliced)
- 100 ml Olive oil
- 1 tsp Dried red chili flakes
- 0.5 tsp Paprika (smoked or sweet, optional)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 loaf Crusty bread (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the prawns or shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set them aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet or shallow pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Step 3
Add the sliced garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and just starting to turn golden (be careful not to burn it).
Step 4
Stir in the dried red chili flakes and smoked paprika (if using), allowing them to infuse the oil for about 30 seconds.
Step 5
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the prawns or shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt.
Step 6
Cook the prawns for 2-3 minutes on the first side, then flip them over and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Step 7
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice, ensuring the prawns are well coated with the garlicky oil.
Step 8
Transfer the garlic prawns to a serving dish, spooning the flavored oil over the top.
Step 9
Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side for dipping into the flavorful oil.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1048.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2448.1 |
| Total Fat 110.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g | |
| Cholesterol 945mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5031.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 208.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.8g | |
| Protein 157.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 368.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1891.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories