Prawns with garlic

Here is a simple and delicious recipe for garlic shrimp that can be prepared in less than 10 minutes. This dish is perfect for a quick dinner all week or as an aperitif.

ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and unvenated

6 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon sweet Spanish paprika

ground red pepper flakes, to taste

salt to taste

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Juice of 1 lemon

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Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Sautéed garlic: Add chopped garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Fry for 2 minutes until the garlic is golden but does not burn.

Cooking shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pan and season with salt and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

Finish with lemon: Squeeze the freshly squeezed lemon juice over the shrimp and add the chopped parsley.

Serving: Divide into plates and enjoy immediately, ideally with crispy bread or over rice.

This recipe is inspired by traditional Spanish dishes such as Gambas al Ajillo and can be easily adapted to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of garlic or adding other spices such as Italian spices