Gambas A La Parrilla Con Salsa Romesco De Gibraltar (gibraltar's Grilled Prawns With Romesco Sauce)

Gambas a la Parrilla con Salsa Romesco de Gibraltar, or Gibraltar's Grilled Prawns with Romesco Sauce, is a classic dish from Gibraltarian cuisine. This recipe combines succulent grilled prawns with a rich and flavorful Romesco sauce, creating a dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a delightful weeknight dinner.

Gambas A La Parrilla Con Salsa Romesco De Gibraltar (gibraltar's Grilled Prawns With Romesco Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup almonds, toasted
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 large tomatoes, roasted and peeled
  • 2 roasted red bell peppers, peeled and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, toss the prawns with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
  4. Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the toasted almonds, garlic, roasted tomatoes, roasted red bell peppers, red wine vinegar, and smoked paprika. Pulse until smooth.
  5. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the sauce is emulsified. Season with salt to taste.
  6. Serve the grilled prawns with the Romesco sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
280 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
8g
Fat
16g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl Food processor

Tools

Grill Food processor

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the grilled prawns with a side of sautéed vegetables and crusty bread to soak up the delicious Romesco sauce.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to watch the prawns closely while grilling to prevent overcooking, and adjust the seasoning of the Romesco sauce to your taste preferences.

Cost

$25