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Gambas Al Ajillo

2 months ago, 3 min read

Gambas al Ajillo

Juicy Chefs’ Selections King Prawns are tossed with fresh garlic and crushed chillies, then quickly pan-fried in extra virgin olive oil for a simple dish packed with bold flavour. Quick to prepare and full of Mediterranean appeal, this Spanish-inspired favourite is ideal for small plates and sharing menus.

Small Plates Opportunity: With demand rising for lighter, more flexible dining, smaller plates are becoming a smart addition to modern menus. Requiring just four ingredients and only a few minutes to cook, gambas al ajillo delivers bold flavour and shareable appeal without adding complexity to service.

Ingredients

Portion
Chefs’ Selections King Prawns 16/20

As required
Chefs’ Selections Extra Virgin Olive Oil

As required
Chefs’ Selections Crushed Chillies

As required
Fresh garlic

Method

Defrost the prawns.
Place the Chefs’ Selections King Prawns in the fridge and leave to defrost overnight.

Marinate the prawns.
Toss the defrosted prawns with fresh garlic and Chefs’ Selections Crushed Chillies until evenly coated.

Cook the prawns.
Heat a pan over a medium heat with a generous splash of Chefs’ Selections Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Fry the prawns for 2–3 minutes, until pink and cooked through. Serve immediately while hot.

Serve as a standalone small plate or combine with patatas bravas, sweet chilli chicken skewers and scampi with lemon mayonnaise to create a varied tapas-style sharing selection.

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