Best 8 Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp With Ham And Bell Peppers Recipes

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**Savory Spanish Delight: A Culinary Journey with Garlic Shrimp, Ham, and Vibrant Bell Peppers**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of Spain with this enticing dish that blends the vibrant flavors of garlic shrimp, savory ham, and colorful bell peppers. This tantalizing recipe promises an explosion of taste that will transport your palate to the lively streets of Madrid. Garlic shrimp takes center stage, infused with aromatic garlic and infused with aromatic garlic and olive oil, creating a delectable harmony of flavors. Alongside the succulent shrimp, tender pieces of ham add a delightful touch of smokiness, while the vibrant bell peppers bring a burst of color and freshness. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GAMBAS AL AJILLO (SPANISH GARLIC SHRIMP RECIPE)



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In just 10 minutes, you can make this easy gambas al ajillo recipe with extra juicy shrimp swimming in a garlicy olive oil sauce. Just add your favorite crusty bread to dunk in the sauce!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
Kosher salt
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
10 garlic cloves, (chopped)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes ((start with less if you don't want it too spicy))
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons dry sherry or dry white wine
Juice of ½ lemon
½ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Pat the shrimp dry and season with kosher salt. Set aside for now.
  • Heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium heat up to 60 seconds or until the garlic gains some color (be careful not to burn it).
  • Add the shrimp and paprika. Cook briefly, tossing regularly, and watching that the flesh turns opaque with a pearly pink color (about 3 minutes or so; this will depend on the size of the shrimp). Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Stir in sherry, lemon juice and parsley.
  • Transfer the shrimp and sauce to a serving bowl. Serve with your favorite crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.5 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Cholesterol 190.5 mg, Sodium 982.2 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPANISH GARLIC SHRIMP (GAMBAS AL AJILLO)



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Every Spanish restaurant serves this dish of shrimp cloaked in garlic-infused olive oil with smoky hints of paprika and a touch of sweetness from sherry. Make sure you have all your ingredients together before you head to the stove since, start to finish, this cooks in mere minutes. It's great for a tapas party, since you can prep everything ahead of time. Just spoon the shrimp and sauce over toasted bread and sprinkle more cayenne and parsley on top to enjoy.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cloves garlic
1 pound frozen large shrimp (21-25 count) - thawed, peeled, and deveined
kosher salt to taste
1 teaspoon hot smoked paprika
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Slice garlic thinly. Season shrimp with kosher salt and paprika. Mix to coat.
  • Heat garlic and oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until garlic starts to turn golden, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp and increase heat to high. Toss and turn shrimp with tongs until starting to curl but still undercooked, about 2 minutes. Pour in sherry. Cook, stirring continuously, until sauce comes up to a boil and shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley with a spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 344.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SPANISH-STYLE GARLIC SHRIMP WITH HAM AND BELL PEPPERS



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Categories     Garlic     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Ham     Shrimp     Bell Pepper     Sherry     Winter     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 8 as an hors d'oeuvre

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds large shrimp (about 28), shelled, leaving the tail and the first joint of the shell intact, and deveined
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
8 garlic cloves, sliced thin lengthwise
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 pound thick-sliced cooked ham, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/3 cup Oloroso Sherry
minced fresh parsley leaves for garnish if desired
slices of crusty bread as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry. Sprinkle the shrimp on both sides with the salt and let them stand between layers of paper towel for 10 minutes. In a large heavy skillet cook the garlic in the oil over moderate heat, stirring, until it is golden and transfer it with a slotted spoon to a small bowl. Add the ham and the red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook the mixture, stirring, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the ham deepens in color. Add the bell pepper and cook the mixture, stirring, until the bell pepper is softened. Add the shrimp and sauté the mixture over moderately high heat, turning the shrimp, for 3 minutes. Add the Sherry and the garlic and simmer the mixture, stirring and turning the shrimp occasionally, until the shrimp are just cooked through. Transfer the shrimp mixture to a heated serving dish, sprinkle it with the parsley, and serve it with the bread.

SPANISH GARLIC SHRIMP



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This recipe from Gourmet Magazine is an example of what one can expect to be served at a Spanish tapas bar. They are very quick to prepare and can be made up to one day in advance, keeping in mind that they should be brought to room temperature before serving. I only use 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes but you can use a whole teaspoon if you like your food spicy.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Spanish

Time 15m

Yield 26-32 shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb shrimp, unshelled
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1/4 cup medium-dry sherry
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
fresh lemon juice, to taste
salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy skillet set over moderately high heat, heat the oil until it is hot.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it is pale golden.
  • Add the red pepper flakes and the shrimp and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute, or until the shrimp are pink and just firm to the touch.
  • Sprinkle the shrimp with paprika and cook the mixture, stirring, for 30 seconds.
  • Add the sherry, boil the mixture for 30 seconds, and sprinkle with parsley.
  • Season the mixture with lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste, and transfer it to a serving bowl.
  • Serve at room temperature.

SPANISH-STYLE GARLIC SHRIMP



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Based on Cooks Illustrated's Garlicky Shrimp slow cooker recipe. This recipe produces a generous amount of flavorful broth, so have some crusty bread on hand to soak it up! This recipe is for a small slow cooker; for a large cooker, double the recipe.

Provided by Abby Falck

Categories     Spanish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 medium garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (26-30 count)
1 tablespoon minced parsley

Steps:

  • Thinly slice garlic.
  • Combine oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes in the slow cooker and cook on high for half an hour.
  • Add shrimp, stir, cover, and continue cooking until shrimp are opaque, 20-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 143.2, Sodium 936.1, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 15.9

SPANISH STYLE GARLIC SHRIMP WITH CAPERS



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Make and share this Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp With Capers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Spanish

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil (a full-flavored Spanish olive oil is best)
1 large bay leaf
4 -6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon small caper
1 tablespoon brandy
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (dry well on paper towels)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 tablespoons parsley, minced
sea salt, if needed

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet, heat the olive oil and the bay leaf over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute, stirring for a minute or so until just softened.
  • Add the pepper flakes, the capers, and the brandy, and cook off the alcohol for a minute. Turn heat to medium-high and toss in the shrimp, stirring quickly to cook them evenly.
  • Cook the shrimp until opaque and just firm.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the paprikas and the parsley. Taste for salt. Serve immediately with warm crusty peasant bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 143.2, Sodium 709.5, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 15.9

SPANISH-STYLE GARLIC SHRIMP WITH HAM & BELL PEPPER



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Make and share this Spanish-Style Garlic Shrimp With Ham & Bell Pepper recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PollyB

Categories     Ham

Time 35m

Yield 4-8 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs large shrimp, shelled,leaving the tail and the first joint of the shell intact,and deveined (about 28)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
8 cloves garlic, sliced thin lengthwise
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 lb thick-sliced cooked ham, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/3 cup sherry wine
minced fresh fresh parsley leaves, if desired (to garnish)
crusty bread, as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry.
  • Sprinkle the shrimp on both sides with the salt and let them stand between layers of paper towel for 10 minutes.
  • In a large heavy skillet cook the garlic in the oil over moderate heat, stirring, until it is golden and transfer it with a slotted spoon to a small bowl.
  • Add the ham and the red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook the mixture, stirring, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the ham deepens in color.
  • Add the bell pepper and cook the mixture, stirring, until the bell pepper is softened.
  • Add the shrimp and sauté the mixture over moderately high heat, turning the shrimp, for 3 minutes.
  • Add the sherry and the garlic and simmer the mixture, stirring and turning the shrimp occasionally, until the shrimp are just cooked through.
  • Transfer the shrimp mixture to a heated serving dish, sprinkle it with the parsley, and serve it with the bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.1, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 313.1, Sodium 2179.8, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 39.2

SPANISH-STYLE SHRIMP WITH GARLIC



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Garlic and shrimp take center stage in this classic Spanish dish, which is served as a tapa in Spain but also makes a great main dish. Serve with rice, or if serving in earthenware dishes, with crusty bread for dipping.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, weeknight, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and de-veined (Look for domestic farmed shrimp or Oregon pink shrimp.)
Sea salt or kosher salt to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped or thinly sliced
1 bay leaf, broken in half
1 dried red chile, seeded and crumbled
2 tablespoons minced parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the shrimp with salt, toss and let sit for 15 minutes.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a heavy nonstick frying pan, and add the garlic, bay leaf and chile. Cook, stirring, until the garlic begins to color, about one minute. Turn the heat up to medium-high, and add the shrimp. Cook, stirring, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, two to three minutes. Remove from the heat, sprinkle with the parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 112, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 536 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use the best quality ingredients you can find. Fresh shrimp, ham, and bell peppers will make all the difference in the flavor of this dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. If you're using a small pan, cook the shrimp in batches so that they don't steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the shrimp until they're just opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Add the ham and bell peppers towards the end of cooking. This will prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately. This dish is best enjoyed hot off the stove.

Conclusion:

Spanish-style garlic shrimp with ham and bell peppers is a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. With its combination of savory flavors and textures, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you're serving it as a main course or an appetizer, this dish is sure to impress.

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