Best 3 Real Gambas Pil Pil Recipes

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Gambas Pil Pil is a classic Spanish tapas dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This seafood dish is made with succulent shrimp that are cooked in a flavorful sauce of olive oil, garlic, paprika, and chili peppers. The result is a dish that is both savory and spicy, with a hint of smokiness. This article provides three different recipes for Gambas Pil Pil, each with its own unique twist on the classic dish. The first recipe is a traditional Gambas Pil Pil, made with fresh shrimp, olive oil, garlic, paprika, chili peppers, and white wine. The second recipe adds a bit of chorizo to the mix, giving the dish a smoky flavor. The third recipe is a vegetarian version of Gambas Pil Pil, made with tofu instead of shrimp. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GAMBAS PIL PIL (PRAWNS, CHILEAN STYLE)



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Rich, golden garlic cloves and a splash of pisco flavor juicy prawns in this Chilean version of a classic Spanish tapa.

Provided by damasio

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 32m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 cloves garlic, peeled and slightly crushed
½ cup grapeseed oil or olive oil
1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cacho de cabra pepper, or Anaheim pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons pisco or brandy
salt to taste
cayenne pepper to taste
1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the garlic cloves and grapeseed oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the garlic slowly turn golden brown as the oil becomes hot; continue cooking until the garlic has turned golden-brown, and the oil is quite hot.
  • Add the shrimp, stir to coat with oil, and cook for 15 seconds before stirring in the chile pepper. Continue to cook until shrimp is pink and firm. Pour in pisco, and cook for 30 seconds to let the alcohol evaporate. Season with salt to taste, then pour the mixture into a serving dish. Serve sprinkled with cayenne pepper, and garnished with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 172.9 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 200.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GAMBAS AL PIL PIL



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I do not know where this dish came from, but it has been in my family for ages. I like it because it is very spicy.

Provided by Nicky

Categories     Spanish

Time 35m

Yield 1 Spicy Dish, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

raw fresh prawns
1 teaspoon crushed garlic powder
2 -3 cloves garlic (Not the whole head)
1 pinch parsley
olive oil
2 chili peppers
1 pinch red pepper powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Peel the Fresh Prawns and place in an Oven Dish.
  • Peel the garlics,slice and place in the dish.
  • Put in the Crushed Garlic, Chilly Peppers, salt,parsley and red spicy pepper.
  • Add the oil until the prawns are nearly covered.
  • Mix everything together.
  • Place the dish in the oven until prawns are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.5, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2336.5, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.9, Protein 2.6

REAL GAMBAS PIL PIL



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This is the famous SPANISH Tapas dish that has been messed up by so called chefs around the world. I know there are other recipes for this dish, but, I live in Spain and this is how they are made here. Fresh RAW prawns should be used, pre cooked prawns turn tough if used and spoil the dish. I eat this every week at the local tapas bar. For the best result the dish should be cooked and served in a earthenware dish. Serve with some crusty bread to soak up the liquid.

Provided by Brian Holley

Categories     Spanish

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

500 g prawns, raw and shelled
2 chili peppers, chopped and seeded
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
salt

Steps:

  • Heat the earthenware dish over moderate heat and add the oil and fry the garlic till just starting to brown.
  • Add the garlic, and prawns, season with salt and cook, stirring, till the prawns change colour (pink).
  • Carefully add the wine, if using.
  • Serve.

Tips:

  • For the freshest flavor, use the best quality shrimp you can find.
  • Make sure to devein and clean the shrimp before cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. They should be cooked through but still slightly pink in the center.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will add flavor and richness to the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of peppers. Different peppers will give the dish a different flavor profile.
  • Serve the gambas pil pil immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

Conclusion:

Gambas pil pil is a delicious and easy-to-make Spanish tapas dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of shrimp, garlic, and chili peppers creates a flavorful and aromatic dish that is sure to please everyone. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer or a main course, gambas pil pil is a surefire hit.

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