Gambas A La Parrilla A La Andaluza (andalusian-style Grilled Prawns)
Gambas a la Parrilla a la Andaluza, or Andalusian-style Grilled Prawns, is a classic dish from the Andalusian region of Spain. This recipe features succulent prawns marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, then grilled to perfection. It's a simple yet impressive dish that captures the essence of Andalusian cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 kg large prawns, deveined and peeled
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the prawns, minced garlic, olive oil, parsley, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the prawns evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to marinate.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated prawns onto skewers.
- Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque.
- Remove the prawns from the grill and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 3g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Grill Skewers Large bowl
Tools
Tongs Basting brush
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the grilled prawns with a side of Spanish rice and a crisp green salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure not to overcook the prawns to keep them juicy and tender.
Cost
$20