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Spanish Potato Salad with Garlic Shrimp (Ensaladilla de Gambas al Ajillo)

A compact base of ensaladilla topped with garlic-sautéed prawns, golden garlic slices, and chopped fresh parsley.

Camino al Jamonal - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

The tapas dictionary

Gambas al Ajillo
Gambas al ajillo are prawns cooked in olive oil with sliced garlic and chilli pepper. They are served very hot, bubbling in a clay dish. It is a typical tapa, often accompanied by bread for dipping in the oil. Its origin is associated with traditional Spanish cuisine, particularly in coastal areas.