Gambas al Pil Pil
Gambas al Pil Pil is a vibrant Spanish dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic and chili oil, delivering a burst of flavor with every bite. This high-protein meal is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a quick and satisfying dish.

15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Large shrimp - 300 grams
- Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
- Garlic - 4 cloves, thinly sliced
- Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lemon - 1, juiced
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the thinly sliced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the red chili flakes and paprika, cooking for another 30 seconds.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove the skillet from heat, and drizzle the lemon juice over the shrimp.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
- Total Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
Tags
SpanishHigh ProteinMain Dish