Pimientos de Padrón con Gambas

Pimientos de Padrón con Gambas is a delightful Spanish dish featuring blistered Padrón peppers paired with succulent shrimp, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This quick and easy recipe brings a taste of Spain to your table, making it an ideal appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

• Padrón peppers - 200 grams
• Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped

Steps

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the Padrón peppers to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are blistered and slightly softened.
3. Remove the peppers from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
4. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with sea salt and black pepper, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
6. Return the blistered Padrón peppers to the skillet and toss everything together.
7. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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