SPANISH GARLIC SHRIMP TAVERNA

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In Spanish tavernas, these shrimp; fragrant with garlic and olive oil; are brought to the table sizzling in a little metal pan. Have plenty of bread on hand to sop up the delicious pan juices. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Provided by kiwidutch

Categories     Spanish

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 teaspoon paprika
chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (to garnish, Italian)

Steps:

  • In a saute pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil.
  • Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute for 1 minute.
  • Raise the heat to high and add the shrimp, lemon juice, sherry and paprika. Stir well, then saute, stirring briskly, until the shrimp turn pink and curl slightly, about 3 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper and sprinkle with parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.1, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 172.8, Sodium 171.4, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 23.5

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