Best 5 Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp With Capers Recipes

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Spanish style garlic shrimp with capers is a classic dish that is both simple and delicious. Using a few basic ingredients and about 30 minutes, you can prepare this dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the flavors of garlic, capers, and shrimp creates a savory and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. The best part is that it is also incredibly easy to make, so you can enjoy this delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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

SPANISH-STYLE SHRIMP WITH GARLIC



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Garlic and shrimp take center stage in this classic Spanish dish, which is served as a tapa in Spain but also makes a great main dish. Serve with rice, or if serving in earthenware dishes, with crusty bread for dipping.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, weeknight, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and de-veined (Look for domestic farmed shrimp or Oregon pink shrimp.)
Sea salt or kosher salt to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped or thinly sliced
1 bay leaf, broken in half
1 dried red chile, seeded and crumbled
2 tablespoons minced parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the shrimp with salt, toss and let sit for 15 minutes.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a heavy nonstick frying pan, and add the garlic, bay leaf and chile. Cook, stirring, until the garlic begins to color, about one minute. Turn the heat up to medium-high, and add the shrimp. Cook, stirring, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, two to three minutes. Remove from the heat, sprinkle with the parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 112, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 536 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPANISH STYLE GARLIC SHRIMP WITH CAPERS



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Make and share this Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp With Capers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Spanish

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil (a full-flavored Spanish olive oil is best)
1 large bay leaf
4 -6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon small caper
1 tablespoon brandy
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (dry well on paper towels)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 tablespoons parsley, minced
sea salt, if needed

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet, heat the olive oil and the bay leaf over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute, stirring for a minute or so until just softened.
  • Add the pepper flakes, the capers, and the brandy, and cook off the alcohol for a minute. Turn heat to medium-high and toss in the shrimp, stirring quickly to cook them evenly.
  • Cook the shrimp until opaque and just firm.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the paprikas and the parsley. Taste for salt. Serve immediately with warm crusty peasant bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 143.2, Sodium 709.5, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 15.9

SPANISH GARLIC SHRIMP



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Make and share this Spanish Garlic Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 18m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped (any colour)
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
4 -5 garlic cloves, smashed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons sherry wine or 3 tablespoons water, mixed with
2 teaspoons flour
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 1/2 lbs peeled large shrimp (frozen defrosted works)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick fry pan.
  • Add onion and bell pepper, sauté 4 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except shrimp, bring to simmer and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and, stirring often, cook 2 minutes or until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.8, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 259.2, Sodium 689.8, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 37.6

SPANISH-STYLE GARLIC SHRIMP WITH HAM AND BELL PEPPERS



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Categories     Garlic     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Ham     Shrimp     Bell Pepper     Sherry     Winter     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 8 as an hors d'oeuvre

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds large shrimp (about 28), shelled, leaving the tail and the first joint of the shell intact, and deveined
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
8 garlic cloves, sliced thin lengthwise
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 pound thick-sliced cooked ham, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/3 cup Oloroso Sherry
minced fresh parsley leaves for garnish if desired
slices of crusty bread as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry. Sprinkle the shrimp on both sides with the salt and let them stand between layers of paper towel for 10 minutes. In a large heavy skillet cook the garlic in the oil over moderate heat, stirring, until it is golden and transfer it with a slotted spoon to a small bowl. Add the ham and the red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook the mixture, stirring, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the ham deepens in color. Add the bell pepper and cook the mixture, stirring, until the bell pepper is softened. Add the shrimp and sauté the mixture over moderately high heat, turning the shrimp, for 3 minutes. Add the Sherry and the garlic and simmer the mixture, stirring and turning the shrimp occasionally, until the shrimp are just cooked through. Transfer the shrimp mixture to a heated serving dish, sprinkle it with the parsley, and serve it with the bread.

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen shrimp. If you are using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it is important to not overcook it. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. The olive oil will add flavor to the dish, so it is important to use a good quality oil.
  • Do not skimp on the garlic. Garlic is a key ingredient in this dish, so do not skimp on it. The more garlic you use, the more flavorful the dish will be.
  • Use a variety of spices. This dish uses a variety of spices, including paprika, cumin, and chili powder. These spices add depth and flavor to the dish.
  • Serve with crusty bread. This dish is best served with crusty bread. The bread can be used to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Spanish-style garlic shrimp with capers is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion. The shrimp is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with garlic, olive oil, paprika, cumin, and chili powder. The capers add a briny, salty flavor to the dish. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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