Best 5 Gambas Al Pil Pil Sizzling Hot Chili Shrimp Recipes

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Gambas al Pil Pil, also known as sizzling hot chili shrimp, is a classic Spanish tapas dish that combines the flavors of juicy shrimp, spicy chili peppers, and aromatic garlic. Originating in the Basque region of Spain, this dish has become a popular menu item in restaurants and a delightful treat to prepare at home. If you're in search of a vibrant and flavorful seafood dish that's easy to make and sure to impress your taste buds, then look no further. Let's embark on a culinary journey to explore the secrets of creating the perfect Gambas al Pil Pil, leaving you with a sizzling hot plate of shrimp that will tantalize your senses.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GAMBAS AL AJIO



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, enough to cover half way up the shrimp
2 ounces lemon juice
10 cloves garlic, minced
6 guindilla chiles, broken open
1 pound (26 to 30) shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed
Salt
1/2 bunch parsley, leaves finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a fireproof dish large enough to lay out the shrimp in 1 layer (preferably a cazuela), add the oil, lemon juice, garlic and chiles. Heat over a high flame until the oil mixture starts to sizzle. Season the shrimp with a little salt and add them into the oil in 1 layer. Cook them for about 20 seconds on 1 side, then flip them over for another 20 seconds. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with a little parsley and serve.
  • This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The FN chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

GAMBAS PIL-PIL -- CHILI SHRIMP (SPAIN)



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Make and share this Gambas Pil-Pil -- Chili Shrimp (Spain) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Spanish

Time 10m

Yield 12 shrimp, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, sliced in thirds lengthwise
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 large shrimp, fresh
1/2 lemon
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine oil, garlic & crushed red pepper.
  • When oil is hot & starts to sizzle around the garlic, add the shrimp & fry for 1 minute on each side.
  • Remove pan from the heat & squeeze lemon juice over shrimp & sprinkle with salt, to taste.
  • Serve very hot!

GAMBAS PIL PIL (PRAWNS, CHILEAN STYLE)



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Rich, golden garlic cloves and a splash of pisco flavor juicy prawns in this Chilean version of a classic Spanish tapa.

Provided by damasio

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 32m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 cloves garlic, peeled and slightly crushed
½ cup grapeseed oil or olive oil
1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cacho de cabra pepper, or Anaheim pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons pisco or brandy
salt to taste
cayenne pepper to taste
1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the garlic cloves and grapeseed oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the garlic slowly turn golden brown as the oil becomes hot; continue cooking until the garlic has turned golden-brown, and the oil is quite hot.
  • Add the shrimp, stir to coat with oil, and cook for 15 seconds before stirring in the chile pepper. Continue to cook until shrimp is pink and firm. Pour in pisco, and cook for 30 seconds to let the alcohol evaporate. Season with salt to taste, then pour the mixture into a serving dish. Serve sprinkled with cayenne pepper, and garnished with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 172.9 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 200.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SPANISH GARLIC SHRIMP (GAMBAS AL AJILLO)



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Every Spanish restaurant serves this dish of shrimp cloaked in garlic-infused olive oil with smoky hints of paprika and a touch of sweetness from sherry. Make sure you have all your ingredients together before you head to the stove since, start to finish, this cooks in mere minutes. It's great for a tapas party, since you can prep everything ahead of time. Just spoon the shrimp and sauce over toasted bread and sprinkle more cayenne and parsley on top to enjoy.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cloves garlic
1 pound frozen large shrimp (21-25 count) - thawed, peeled, and deveined
kosher salt to taste
1 teaspoon hot smoked paprika
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Slice garlic thinly. Season shrimp with kosher salt and paprika. Mix to coat.
  • Heat garlic and oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until garlic starts to turn golden, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp and increase heat to high. Toss and turn shrimp with tongs until starting to curl but still undercooked, about 2 minutes. Pour in sherry. Cook, stirring continuously, until sauce comes up to a boil and shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley with a spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 344.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GAMBAS AL PIL-PIL (SIZZLING HOT CHILI SHRIMP)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1 (1-inch) piece dried red chili pepper, seeded or 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Pinch paprika
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in bowl; sprinkle with coarse salt and toss. Let stand 15 minutes. Pat dry. Heat oil in medium skillet over high heat. Add garlic, and dried pepper and stir. When garlic browns, discard it and the dried chili. Add shrimp; stir until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Transfer to serving dish with the oil. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-peeled and deveined shrimp.
  • If you don't have chili flakes, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper instead.
  • Be careful not to burn the garlic and chili flakes. If they start to smoke, remove the pan from the heat for a few seconds.
  • If you like your shrimp extra spicy, add an extra pinch of chili flakes.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately with crusty bread or rice.

Conclusion:

Gambas al Pil Pil is a quick and easy tapas dish that is perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. The shrimp are cooked in a flavorful sauce made with olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, and paprika. The dish is typically served with crusty bread or rice. If you are looking for a delicious and impressive seafood dish, Gambas al Pil Pil is a great choice.

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