Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)

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Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)

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Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp 21–25 count, peeled, deveined, patted dry
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • ½ fresh lemon, juiced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, season the shrimp with the salt and paprika. Toss to combine.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 2 minutes until it starts to turn light golden, making sure the garlic does not burn.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp. Sear for about 2 minutes. Pour in the sherry and continue to cook, stirring continuously, until the shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
  • Add the lemon juice and parsley. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Be careful not to burn the garlic or it will make the sauce taste bitter