Gambas al Ajillo (Spanish Garlic Shrimp) - The ULTIMATE snack to make at home!

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: pollock

Scallops are leaner, while pollock is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is budget-friendly.

Peel the shrimp completely and devein them. Season lightly with some salt and soak in chilled water for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, peel the garlic and slice it finely into slices.

In a skillet or pan heat the oil over medium heat, then sauté the garlic until it becomes fragrant and just begins to turn golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can impart a bitter taste.

Add the shrimp and cook for approximately 6 minutes until they’re opaque all over and cooked through.

Once the shrimp are pink, add the sherry and lemon zest and give it all a good mix.

Add the chili flakes and paprika, stir, and cook for another minute.

Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

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