Skillet Spanish Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Sizzling with bold flavor, this Skillet Spanish Garlic Shrimp Recipe brings classic Spanish tapas home in just 15 minutes. Juicy shrimp are bathed in golden garlic oil with a kiss of chili heat, perfect for dipping with crusty bread or keeping Keto with veggie sides!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings: 4

Course: Dinner, Seafood dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean, spanish

Calories: 240

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
6 cloves garlic thinly sliced
1/3 cup olive oil extra virgin preferred
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
1/2 tsp smoked paprika optional, for Spanish flavor
1/4 tsp sea salt or to taste
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional garnish)
1 tbsp lemon juice fresh (optional but brightens the dish)
Crusty bread or zoodles for serving

Equipment

1 large skillet (cast iron preferred)
Tongs
Wooden spoon

Method

Warm the oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sliced garlic. Let it gently sizzle for 2–3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and just golden (not brown).
Add the spice: Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and smoked paprika, letting them infuse the oil for 30 seconds.
Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp in a single layer. Season with sea salt. Cook for about 1–2 minutes per side, just until they turn pink and opaque.
Finish it off: Optional add a splash of lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve sizzling: Bring the skillet straight to the table and serve hot with bread or low-carb veggie sides!

Notes

Nutrition (per serving)

Total servings: 4

Calories: 240 kcal
Protein: 22g
Fat: 16g
Carbs: 2g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g

Recipe Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp in a bit of olive oil and garlic 30 minutes before cooking.
Don’t overcrowd the pan, cook shrimp in batches if needed.
Leftover garlic oil? Use it on pasta, toast, or drizzle it over roasted veggies.