Gambas al ajillo

2 steps · 23 min total

1. 01

   Prep the Prawns

   Peel the prawns, keeping their tails on, then use a cocktail stick to remove the digestive tracts. If you're using a frying pan instead of a terracotta pot, you can cook them in their shells. Season them with a little sea salt.
2. 02

   Cook the Prawns

   Combine the garlic, olive oil, and cayenne pepper in a flameproof terracotta pot or a frying pan and set it over high heat. Watch for the garlic to start turning golden, then add the prepared prawns.

   Cook the prawns for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, just until they turn pink. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and some freshly cracked black pepper, then serve immediately. If you're using a terracotta pot, it can go straight to the table, but be mindful that the oil and the pot itself will stay very hot for several minutes.