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Crema de GAMBONES. Extra de sabor y pocas calorías.

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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Gambas a la Crema

Cultural Context

Gambas a la Crema hails from the coastal regions of Spain, where fresh seafood is a staple. This dish showcases the rich flavors of shrimp combined with a creamy garlic sauce, making it a beloved choice for tapas or a main course. Traditionally enjoyed with crusty bread, it reflects the Spanish love for communal dining and sharing. Today, variations can be found worldwide, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
650 gr. gambones
350 gr. arroz en grano
750 gr. agua
160 gr. zanahorias
100 gr. cebolleta
1 diente de ajo
30 gr. aceite de oliva virgen extra
60 gr. coñac
130 gr. tomate triturado en conserva
Un cuarto de cucharadita de azafrán en polvo
1 pastilla de caldo de pescado
10 gotas de tabasco (opcional)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Peel and clean the gambones.

2

Chop the carrots, cebolleta, and garlic.

3

In a pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the chopped vegetables until soft.

4

Add the gambones and cook until they change color.

5

Pour in the cognac and let it evaporate.

6

Add the rice, water, and the fish stock cube.

7

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, saffron, and optional tabasco.

8

Cook until the rice is tender and the flavors meld together.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

low-carb

Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Gambas al AjilloGarlic Shrimp
Local Name: Gambas a la Crema

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