Gambas al Ajillo

Prawns sizzling in olive oil with plenty of garlic, chilli and paprika. Serve with bread for the oil.

Ingredients

• 250 g raw king prawns, peeled
• 5 garlic cloves, sliced
• 100 ml olive oil
• 1 dried chilli, snapped
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp dry sherry
• 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped

Method

1. Warm the oil in a small pan or clay dish over medium heat. Add the garlic and chilli and cook for 1 minute until the garlic turns pale gold.
2. Turn the heat up, add the prawns and cook for 1 minute per side until pink.
3. Stir in the paprika and sherry and let it bubble for 30 seconds.
4. Scatter with parsley and serve sizzling with crusty bread.