Camarones al Ajillo

Camarones al Ajillo is a classic Spanish snack that features succulent shrimp sautéed in a fragrant garlic and olive oil sauce. This dish is not only bursting with flavor but also high in protein, making it a perfect choice for a healthy bite.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Garlic (sliced) - 4 cloves
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon (juiced) - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.
3. Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp.
6. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and toss to combine.
7. Serve immediately, enjoying the shrimp with crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle health and recovery.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.

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