Garlic Shrimp (Camarones al Ajillo)
Servings Prep. Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
6-8 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A


INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup puree Spanish olive oil or more to taste 4 to 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2-1/2 to 3 pounds prawns or extra-large shrimp, shells and heads left on
juice of 2 limes salt to taste pinch of dried oregano
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley dash of Tabasco sauce, optional



1 In a large skillet over low heat, heat the oil until it is fragrant, then cook the garlic, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes. Raise the heat to medium, add the shrimp, and cook, stirring, until they turn pink, 5 minutes. (If you prefer extra oil, add it along with shrimp.) Add the lime juice, salt, oregano, and parsley, and stir well. Correct seasonings and add Tabasco.
2 Transfer to a heated serving platter and serve immediately, accompanied by crunchy bread to saok up the garlic-flavored oil.

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