{"id":40259,"date":"2025-05-22T10:33:11","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T08:33:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/treurer.com\/?p=40259"},"modified":"2025-06-01T12:15:41","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T10:15:41","slug":"garlic-shrimp-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Garlic shrimp recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"40259\" class=\"elementor elementor-40259 elementor-39796\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-e227b2d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"e227b2d\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4a4d9c7\" data-id=\"4a4d9c7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-286e9ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"286e9ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Garlic shrimp is a classic Spanish dish, especially popular in Andalusia and other Mediterranean regions. The real star of this simple yet delicious recipe is extra virgin olive oil, whose flavor and aroma bring out the garlic and the freshness of the shrimp. Perfect for a quick dinner, a traditional tapa, or as an appetizer for special occasions, this dish will win over your taste buds with its intense, authentic flavor.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenidos \/ Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Types_of_shrimp_and_how_to_recognize_fresh_shrimp\" >Types of shrimp and how to recognize fresh shrimp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Ingredients_serves_4\" >Ingredients (serves 4)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Equipment\" >Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Instructions\" >Instructions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Protip\" >Protip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Variations\" >Variations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Nutritional_values_per_serving_approximate\" >Nutritional values per serving (approximate)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/garlic-shrimp-recipe\/#Frequently_asked_questions_FAQs_about_gralic_shrimps\" >Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about gralic shrimps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_shrimp_and_how_to_recognize_fresh_shrimp\"><\/span>Types of shrimp and how to recognize fresh shrimp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>There are different types of shrimp on the market, the most notable being red shrimp, white shrimp, and pink shrimp. Red shrimp are especially prized for their intense sea flavor and firm texture. White shrimp are delicate, sweet, and tender, while pink shrimp offer a more balanced flavor.<\/p><p>To recognize a fresh, high-quality shrimp, pay attention to:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li><b>Aroma:<\/b> They should smell of the sea, fresh and pleasant, never of ammonia.<\/li><li><b>Color:<\/b> Fresh shrimp have a bright, uniform color.<\/li><li><b>Texture:<\/b> They should be firm to the touch, with compact flesh that is not soft.<\/li><li><b>Head and eyes:<\/b> The heads should be firmly attached to the body, and the eyes should be clear, bright, and not sunken.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc1d738 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cc1d738\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-39805\" alt=\"Garlic shrimps recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-al-ajillo-64x43.jpeg 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44dc668 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"44dc668\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_serves_4\"><\/span>Ingredients (serves 4)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li>500 g fresh peeled prawns<\/li><li>150 ml <a href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/tienda-aceite-oliva\/\">extra virgin olive oil<\/a><\/li><li>4 large garlic cloves<\/li><li>1 small chili pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)<\/li><li>A handful of chopped fresh parsley<\/li><li>Salt to taste<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Equipment\"><\/span>Equipment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li>Traditional clay pan or deep frying pan<\/li><li>Knife<\/li><li>Cutting board<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ol><li><b>Prepare the ingredients:<\/b> Peel and finely slice the garlic. Wash the prawns and dry them well with paper towels.<\/li><li><b>Infuse the oil:<\/b> Heat the <a href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/tienda-aceite-oliva\/\">extra virgin olive oil<\/a> in the frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic slices and chili pepper (if using), cooking gently until the garlic is golden brown but not burnt.<\/li><li><b>Cook the shrimp:<\/b> Increase the heat slightly and add the shrimp, saut\u00e9ing quickly for 2-3 minutes until they turn a bright pink color. Add salt to taste.<\/li><li><b>Finish the dish:<\/b> Remove from the heat, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately in the same pan.<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7bf4196c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7bf4196c\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7c5db5e\" data-id=\"7c5db5e\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a02dd13 elementor-cta--layout-image-right elementor-cta--mobile-layout-image-above elementor-cta--skin-classic elementor-animated-content elementor-bg-transform elementor-bg-transform-zoom-in elementor-widget elementor-widget-call-to-action\" data-id=\"a02dd13\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"call-to-action.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/en\/shop\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__bg-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__bg elementor-bg\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Esqueixada-bacalao-dieta-mediterranea-scaled.jpeg);\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Esqueixada de Bacalao\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__bg-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-cta__title elementor-cta__content-item elementor-content-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDELIGHT.\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__description elementor-cta__content-item elementor-content-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The Arbequina variety extra virgin olive oil is characterized by a moderate fruity taste in harmony with a slight bitterness and a mild spicy touch. Notes of green tomato, apple and even banana can be perceived.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__button-wrapper elementor-cta__content-item elementor-content-item \">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-cta__button elementor-button elementor-size-\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tENJOY IT\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b3d14fd elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b3d14fd\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4b0e065\" data-id=\"4b0e065\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-641aa4c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"641aa4c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protip\"><\/span>Protip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>To achieve that characteristic sizzle when serving garlic shrimp, <b>heat the clay pan well on the stove just before plating<\/b>. Pour the cooked shrimp with their oil into the pan when it is very hot. This way, they will arrive at the table bubbling and releasing all their aromas, just like in the best Andalusian taverns. What&#8217;s more, if you accompany the dish with lightly toasted rustic bread, you&#8217;ll get the most out of the garlic and chili-infused oil.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variations\"><\/span>Variations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><b>Add white wine:<\/b> You can add a splash of dry white wine when cooking the shrimp for a more sophisticated flavor.<\/li><li><b>With mushrooms:<\/b> Saut\u00e9 sliced mushrooms along with the shrimp for a more complete and flavorful version.<\/li><li><b>With lemon:<\/b> A few drops of fresh lemon juice just before serving further intensify the Mediterranean flavors.<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutritional_values_per_serving_approximate\"><\/span>Nutritional values per serving (approximate)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li>Calories: 280 kcal<\/li><li>Fat: 18 g<\/li><li>Carbohydrates: 2 g<\/li><li>Protein: 25 g<\/li><li>Dietary fiber: 0 g<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c6edc5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4c6edc5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1443\" src=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-39801\" alt=\"Garlic shrimps recipe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-768x433.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-1536x866.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-2048x1155.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-600x338.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/treurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Gambas-ajillo-64x36.jpeg 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-508968e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"508968e\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8ad0ea9\" data-id=\"8ad0ea9\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-060d820 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"060d820\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_FAQs_about_gralic_shrimps\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about gralic shrimps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><b>Which shrimp are best for this recipe?<\/b> We recommend using fresh, medium-sized shrimp, although you can also use frozen shrimp that have been previously thawed.<\/p><p><b>Can garlic shrimp be prepared in advance?<\/b> It is best to eat them freshly made, although you can prepare the garlic-infused oil in advance to speed up the final process.<\/p><p><b>What olive oil is best for garlic prawns?<\/b> It is essential to use high-quality extra virgin olive oil, as this directly influences the final flavor of the dish.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-19a2051 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"19a2051\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f914e93\" data-id=\"f914e93\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Garlic shrimp is ideal for a quick dinner, a traditional tapas dish, or as an appetizer for special occasions. 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