Gambas al ajillo
Garlic Shrimp
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Shrimp sizzling in copious olive oil with plenty of sliced garlic and a touch of chili. A quintessential Spanish tapas dish, served hot.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside; explicitly ask for 'sin pan'.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Las Gambas al ajillo, por favor sin pan.
For the Gambas al ajillo, please serve without bread. Sin pan, por favor.
Watch out for
Often served with crusty bread for dipping. While rare in authentic preparation, pre-made garlic oil or spice blends could contain hidden sugars.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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