Garlic shrimp is one of the simplest and most popular tapas in Spanish cuisine. This dish consists of shrimp briefly cooked in a ramekin with boiling oil, garlic, and chili pepper. Peeled shrimp are typically used to prepare this dish, although in some places in Spain, they are served head-on.
As with all simple dishes, the secret lies in the quality of the ingredients. The best garlic shrimp are prepared with fresh shrimp, but frozen shrimp are also an excellent option. A good olive oil is essential for this recipe, because the best part is mopping up the oil with bread once you've finished the shrimp.
Traditionally, this recipe is cooked and served in a small clay pot, but we've prepared it in both a casserole dish and a frying pan, and we've gotten great results with both, so don't be afraid to opt for what's most comfortable for you.
If you like tapas and traditional Spanish recipes, don't miss our exquisite patatas bravas and our super-juicy potato omelette recipe . Other exquisite dishes include salmorejo cordobés , empanada gallega , escalivada , and sauces like romesco or mojo picón . We also teach you how to make some typical desserts like torrijas, custard , and the famous cheesecake from La Viña restaurant in San Sebastián.
Index
- 1 Necessary ingredients
- 2 How to prepare garlic prawns
- 3 How to make garlic shrimp with frozen shrimp?
- 4 Can I cook garlic shrimp in a pan?
- 5 Ingredients
- 6 Instructions
Necessary ingredients
How to prepare garlic prawns
How to make garlic shrimp with frozen shrimp?
To prepare garlic shrimp with frozen shrimp, it's best to buy pre-peeled frozen shrimp. If not, you can always defrost them in a colander in the sink and remove the heads and shells once defrosted before starting to cook them.
Can I cook garlic shrimp in a pan?
Garlic shrimp are traditionally prepared in a clay pot, as they cook quickly thanks to the boiling oil and the residual heat. If you use an aluminum or steel pan, instead of the traditional clay or iron one, you'll need to cook for a little longer before turning off the heat, as they don't retain the residual heat as well. However, remember that the shrimp should be juicy on the inside and not completely consumed.
Servings 2
- Amount per serving
- % Daily Value *
- Saturated Fat 3.2 g16 %
- Fiber 0.7 g3 %
- Sugars 0.9 g
*Percent daily values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
