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.
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
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, toss the prawns with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
- 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.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the sauce is emulsified. Season with salt to taste.
- 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