The Famous GARLIC SHRIMP Sandwich from Madrid | Bocadillo de Gambas

This Spanish garlic shrimp sandwich, known as bocadillo de gambas al ajillo, is one of Madrid’s most popular sandwiches. It’s filled with flavors, super easy to make, and done in just 15 minutes. Serve it next to some marinated olives and a couple of ice-cold beers for the best moment of your day.

To make this recipe, I used red Argentinian shrimp I bought frozen and thawed out and already peeled & deveined. Of course, you can use any type of shrimp you like. Either way, make sure to pat them completely dry with paper towels. This way, the shrimp absorbs all the flavors in the pan.

I also made a simple homemade garlic mayo aioli for the sandwich. Which truly elevates the flavors. Made with just mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. You can also add in a dash of crushed red pepper or hot smoked paprika for a spicy kick.

TIPS & TRICKS to Make this Recipe: For the bread, I used a crunchy baguette. Which is what’s traditionally used in Spain. You can use any bread you like. Just make sure it has a hard shell, and if not, lightly toast it. That way it doesn’t fall apart.

Key Ingredients & Cookware I used in this Recipe:
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EXTRA VIRGIN SPANISH OLIVE OIL (10% OFF Your Order with Coupon ONAFORK)
SWEET SMOKED SPANISH PAPRIKA (10% OFF Your Order with Coupon ONAFORK)

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Spanish Garlic Shrimp Sandwich | Bocadillo de Gambas al Ajillo

Course Main Course

Cuisine Spanish

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 600 kcal

Author Albert Bevia @ Spain on a Fork

Ingredients

• 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 75 ml
• 10 cloves garlic
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper 0.65 grams
• 1 lbs. raw jumbo shrimp (peeled & deveined) 450 grams
• 1/2 tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika 1.25 grams
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise 150 grams
• 2 tsp lemon juice 10 ml
• 1 baguette
• salt & pepper
• chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

1. Add the shrimp over some paper towels and pat dry, then season with salt & pepper, and thinly slice 8 cloves of garlic

2. Heat a large fry pan with a medium heat and add in 4 tbsp (60 ml) olive oil

3. After a couple of minutes, add in the sliced garlic and crushed red pepper, mix continuously, after 1 minute, add in the shrimp, all in a single layer, and fry for 1 minute per side or until just cooked through, then turn off the heat, add in the paprika, and give it a mix

4. Add the mayonnaise into a bowl, along with 2 cloves of finely grated garlic, the lemon juice, and 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, season with salt & pepper and whisk together

5. Cut the baguette into 4-inch (10 cm) pieces, then cut each one in half lengthwise

6. Add a dollop of the mayo aioli on the bottom and top slice of the sandwich, then add in a generous portion of the garlic shrimp over the bottom slice, and top off with chopped chives, enjoy!

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts

Spanish Garlic Shrimp Sandwich | Bocadillo de Gambas al Ajillo

Amount Per Serving

Calories 600 Calories from Fat 369

% Daily Value*

Fat 41g63%

Saturated Fat 6g38%

Trans Fat 0.1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 15g

Monounsaturated Fat 18g

Cholesterol 155mg52%

Sodium 768mg33%

Potassium 252mg7%

Carbohydrates 34g11%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 22g44%

Vitamin A 383IU8%

Vitamin C 3mg4%

Calcium 144mg14%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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