Gambas al Ajillo

Ingredients

• 16 raw large shrimp
• 4 clove garlic
• 130 ml olive oil
• 4 cayenne pepper
• 1½ tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 1 pinch black pepper

Steps

1. Peel shrimp, leaving tails on, and devein. Season lightly with sea salt.
2. In a flameproof terracotta pot or frying pan, combine olive oil, sliced garlic, and cayenne pepper. Heat over high heat.
3. Once garlic begins to turn golden, add the shrimp to the pan.
4. Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side, until they turn pink and are just cooked through.
5. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley and freshly cracked black pepper.
6. Serve immediately, being cautious as the oil and pot will remain very hot.