Name: Gambas al Ajillo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 400g large prawns, peeled and deveined; 60ml olive oil; 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 2 red chillies, finely chopped; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; 1 baguette, sliced and toasted; 1 tsp sea salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Gambas al Ajillo

A delightful Spanish-inspired dish featuring succulent prawns cooked in a fragrant garlic and chili-infused olive oil. Perfect for a tapas night or as a light main course.

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Prep Time

15 min

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Cook Time

25 min

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Servings

📊

Difficulty

Easy

⏰ Cooking Timeline

Start 40 minutes total

15m

10m

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Marinate Prawns

15 min

In a bowl, combine prawns, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.

💡 Tip: Ensure prawns are fully coated.

Prepare Garlic Oil

10 min

In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and chillies, cooking gently until garlic is golden.

💡 Tip: Do not burn the garlic, it should be golden, not brown.

Cook Prawns

5 min

Add marinated prawns to the garlic oil mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes until prawns are pink and cooked through.

💡 Tip: Turn prawns halfway for even cooking.

Season and Serve

5 min

Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve with toasted baguette slices and garnish with chopped parsley.

💡 Tip: Serve immediately for best flavor.

💡 Pro Tips

✓ Use fresh prawns for the best flavor.
✓ Adjust the amount of chili to your heat preference.
✓ Use a fresh baguette for optimal texture.
✓ Ensure oil is not too hot to avoid burning the garlic.
✓ Let prawns sit in marinade at room temperature for even cooking.

📊 Nutrition Facts (per serving)

400

Calories

25g

Protein

40g

Carbs

15g

Fat

🪄 Equipment Needed

Frying pan Mixing bowl Knife Cutting board

🔄 Variations to Try

Add a splash of white wine for a deeper flavor.

Include diced tomatoes for a fresh twist.

Serve over pasta for a heartier dish.

🍽 Pairs Well With

Serve with a crisp white wine such as Albariño.

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