Gambas A La Gallega (galician Style Shrimp)

Gambas a la Gallega, or Galician Style Shrimp, is a classic dish from the Galicia region of Spain. This simple and flavorful recipe features tender shrimp seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic, and olive oil, creating a dish that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Gambas A La Gallega (galician Style Shrimp)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced garlic and cook until it becomes fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with smoked paprika and salt.
  4. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shrimp with chopped parsley.
  6. Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
3g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large skillet Serving platter

Tools

Cooking spoon Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gambas a la Gallega with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful olive oil and garlic sauce.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp while cooking.

Cost

$15