Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe (Gambas Al Ajillo)

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe

Gambas al Ajillo (garlic shrimp) is a popular Spanish dish which has found it’s way to the US. It is principally found in the south and center of Spain. The primary ingredients consist of shrimp, garlic, and olive oil. Various regional variations abound. It’s often served in tapas bars as an appetizer all across the world.

This quick and easy Low-Carb Garlic Prawns recipe is perfect for the summer or anytime at all. The fresh thin garlic slices add the taste and smell we all know and love – garlic! The hint of chili pepper smacks a small amount of heat into each bite.

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Low-Carb Garlic Prawns (Gambas Al Ajillo)

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe

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A quick and easy Low-Carb Garlic Prawns recipe for the summer or anytime at all. The fresh thin garlic slices add the taste and smell we all know and love – the hint of chili pepper smacks a small amount of heat into each bite.

Gambas al Ajillo (garlic shrimp) is a popular Spanish dish which has found it’s way to the US. It is principally found in the south and center of Spain. The primary ingredients consist of shrimp, garlic, and olive oil. Various regional variations abound. It’s often served in tapas bars as an appetizer all across the world.

  • Author: Andrew DiMino
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 16 Large shrimp or prawns, shelled and deveined
  • 4 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 Cloves garlic, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1 Hot red chili pepper, finely chopped or 1 dash chili powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and de-vein the prawns, leaving the tails intact. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over high heat.
  3. Add the prawns, garlic, chili and sprinkle lightly with salt.
  4. Stir or shake over a high heat for about 3-4 minutes, until the prawns are pink, taking care the garlic does not burn.
  5. Turn immediately into warmed, individual bowls, dividing the oil between the bowls.

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 Servings
  • Calories: 153
  • Sodium: 37mg
  • Fat: 14g (81.2% calories from fat)
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: trace
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 36mg
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Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe: Ingredients

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe - 16 large shrimp or prawns
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe – 16 large shrimp or prawns
Low-Carb Garlic Prawns Recipe - 4 tablespoons olive oil
Low-Carb Garlic Prawns Recipe – 4 tablespoons olive oil
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe - 3 cloves garlic peeled and sliced thinly
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe – 3 cloves garlic peeled and sliced thinly
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe - 1 hot red chili pepper finely chopped
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe – 1 hot red chili pepper finely chopped
Low-Carb Garlic Prawns Recipe - Salt & Pepper
Low-Carb Garlic Prawns Recipe – Salt & Pepper

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe: Instructions

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe - Heat the oil in a large frying pan over high heat
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe – Heat the oil in a large frying pan over high heat
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe - Add the prawns garlic chili
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe – Add the prawns garlic chili
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe - Stir or shake over a high heat for about 3-4 minutes
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe – Stir or shake over a high heat for about 3-4 minutes
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe
Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Garlic Prawns Recipe

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