“Welcome to this delightful shrimp recipe that combines the rich flavors of elephant garlic and pimentón with perfectly cooked shrimp. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with taste, making it a fantastic choice for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Serve it with some crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic oil, and enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite!”
Ingredients
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 50 grams elephant garlic, roughly chopped (1.75 ounces)
• 1 teaspoon pimentón
• 450 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined (1 pound)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon minced parsley to garnish
video instructions available below 
Directions
Put your oven rack in the middle position and heat to 400 degrees F (200 C). Add the oil and garlic to a cast iron pan and heat over medium high heat. Fry the garlic until it just starts to turn brown around the edges.
Add the pimentón, and stir to combine. Add the shrimp in a single layer, and then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Put the pan in the oven and cook until the shrimp is pink and opaque all the way through (about 2-3 minutes).
Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle with the parsley. Toss the shrimp to coat with the oil and serve with bread.
Here are a few variations you can try for your shrimp dish:
- Spicy Garlic Shrimp: Add some red pepper flakes or diced fresh chili peppers when frying the garlic for an extra kick.
- Herbed Shrimp: Incorporate fresh herbs like thyme or oregano along with the parsley for a more aromatic flavor profile.
- Citrus Shrimp: Squeeze some fresh lemon or lime juice over the shrimp right before serving to add a zesty brightness to the dish.
- Creamy Garlic Shrimp: After cooking the shrimp, add a splash of cream or a dollop of sour cream to create a rich, creamy sauce.
- Asian-Inspired Shrimp: Replace the olive oil with sesame oil and add soy sauce, ginger, and green onions for an Asian twist.
