Gambas al ajillo - Shrimp with Garlic

Ingredients

1 lb shrimp (21/25 count), shell still on
4 large cloves of garlic (sliced)
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup virgin olive oil
1 tbsn fresh parsley (chopped)
1/2 lemon
Salt to taste

Method

1. Season shrimp with a sprinkle of salt. Allow to sit for up to 10 minutes.
2. In heavy skillet, heat olive oil and garlic over medium heat.
3. Sauté garlic slices until the garlic is fragrant and translucent but not yet golden (1-3 minutes)
4. Add red pepper flakes for a few seconds to release flavor and oils.
5. Add shrimp. Stir frequently. Cook for 1-3 minutes each side until shrimp turn pink.
6. Add half a juiced lemon.
7. Remove from heat.
8. Garnish with parsley.

Serve with fresh toasted baguette slices.

Where to eat a Gambas al ajillo?
Bar Pintxo
109 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.458.2012
http://www.barpintxo.com/

The shrimp at Bar Pintxo are juicy and bright with a good hint of lemon and parsley. The recipe above tries to replicate Joe Miller's dish.