Best 3 Garlic Shrimp From The Gilroy California Garlic Festivale Recipes

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**Garlic Shrimp from the Gilroy California Garlic Festivale**

Aromatic and savory, garlic shrimp is a classic dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. This recipe, inspired by the famous Gilroy California Garlic Festivale, features plump shrimp coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can recreate this festival favorite in your own kitchen.

In addition to the main garlic shrimp recipe, the article also includes variations such as **Grilled Garlic Shrimp**, **Scampi-Style Garlic Shrimp**, and **Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Butter Sauce**. Whether you prefer your shrimp grilled, sautéed, or smothered in a creamy sauce, there's a recipe here to satisfy your cravings.

Each recipe is complete with a detailed ingredient list, step-by-step instructions, and helpful tips to ensure perfect results. You'll learn how to properly devein and clean the shrimp, as well as how to achieve the perfect sear or grill marks. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, you'll find everything you need to make delicious garlic shrimp at home.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GARLIC SHRIMP



Garlic Shrimp image

Garlicky sautéed shrimp and a last-minute sprinkle of Parmesan cheese completes any meal. Serve over pasta, a salad, or alongside crusty bread.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left intact
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red-pepper flakes; cook, stirring, until garlic is fragrant and golden (but not brown), about 30 seconds. Add shrimp; raise heat to medium-high, and cook, stirring often, until shrimp are opaque, 1 to 2 minutes. Add butter, and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

GILROY GARLIC FESTIVAL RED SAUCE (FOR CALAMARI OR SHRIMP)



Gilroy Garlic Festival Red Sauce (For Calamari or Shrimp) image

This is one of the dishes served at the Gilroy Garlic Festival. I think their sauce is really delicious. You may use shrimp if you don't care for the calamari. This recipe is adapted from "The Garlic Lover's Cookbook" by the Gilroy Garlic Festival Association. Serve over hot cooked pasta.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Squid

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb whole peeled tomatoes (canned or fresh)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
salt & pepper, to taste
3 lbs fresh calamari, cleaned and cut (squid)
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup dry sherry (real sherry, not grocery store kind)
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, crushed
1/2 lemon, juice of, save rind
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Mash the tomatoes with a potato masher and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the oil, add the chopped pepper, garlic, celery, and onion and saute until the onion is transparent.
  • Add mashed tomatoes and simmer for 1/2 hour.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • (If you are planning to serve the sauce alone, you may wish to add some basil and oregano and red pepper flakes as well).
  • How to make the Calamari: In a very large skillet, heat olive oil over high heat - but be careful not to overheat it - you do not want boiling or smoking, just heating up; otherwise your garlic will burn.
  • Carefully add wine, sherry and crushed garlic, sauteeing the garlic; Be very careful when adding the alcohol to the hot pan - you may wish to do this away from the heat for safety reasons to avoid flare ups.
  • Add lemon juice and also drop the rind into the pan.
  • In a bowl, mix calamari pieces with the herbs and red pepper flakes, then add to the pan.
  • Saute about 4 minutes over high heat or until cooked- but be careful not to overcook or it will toughen; if your fish seems ready sooner, it most likely is done - the time will vary depending on the thickness of the cut and type used.
  • Pour hot sauce over cooked calamari and serve over hot, cooked pasta.
  • You may also use shrimp instead of the calamari, although shrimp may cook even faster.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.4, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 176.2, Sodium 47.1, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.8, Protein 13

ROSEMARY GARLIC SHRIMP



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Delicate shrimp take on fabulous flavor when simmered in a chicken broth mixed with garlic and ripe olives. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
3 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
1 small cayenne or other fresh red chili pepper, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine all ingredients except shrimp; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, until liquid is reduced by half., Stir in shrimp; return just to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your shrimp scampi.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on it and remove it from the heat as soon as it's cooked through.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will help to bring out the flavor of the garlic and shrimp.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to your shrimp scampi to create your own unique dish.
  • Serve your shrimp scampi with a side of crusty bread. This will help to soak up all of the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of fresh shrimp, garlic, butter, and white wine, it's a dish that is sure to satisfy everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give shrimp scampi a try. You won't be disappointed.

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