Spanish Chili Garlic Shrimp | CLASSIC Gambas al Pil Pil Recipe

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: white fish

Scallops provide a similar texture, while white fish is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthy fat alternative, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: red pepper flakes

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Red pepper flakes add spice without fresh ingredients, and jalapeños are often less expensive.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds freshness, while green onions are a cost-effective herb.

Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels and season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper on one side.

Thinly slice the garlic and reserve the cayenne peppers.

Heat a large fry pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Season the oil with sea salt and add the sliced garlic and cayenne peppers; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes per side until just cooked through, about 3 minutes total.

Add the smoked paprika and mix until well combined.

Remove from heat and transfer to a shallow bowl; garnish with fresh parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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