Recipe: Gambas al Ajillo (Prawns in Garlic)

Gambas al Ajillo (Prawns in Garlic)

1/2 cup olive oil
4 cloves of garlic, finely crushed
1 red chilli, seeded and chopped
1 lb (450g) peeled uncooked prawns (grey)
salt
2 tbsp parsley, chopped
1 lemon, sliced
bread

Heat some olive oil in a frying pan. Add the chopped garlic and red chilli and cook for 1 minute.

Add the uncooked prawns and a pinch of salt and cook for about 3 minutes, turning frequently. Add the chopped parsley and mix well.

Serve hot in 4 pre-heated cazuelas (brown dishes) or similar with slices of lemon and warmed crusty bread to soak up the juices.

Servings: 4