Portuguese Spicy Shrimp with Garlic Bread
This classic dish from Portugal's Algarve region is famous for its fresh shrimp cooked with olive oil, garlic, and chili peppers. Using the Geedel food chopper to quickly mince garlic and prepare chilies, this vibrant Southern European-inspired meal can be ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients:
400g large shrimp (peeled, tails left on)
6 cloves garlic
2 whole dried red chilies
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup white wine
1 lemon
Fresh parsley
Salt, black pepper
Baguette
Instructions:
Prepare Aromatics (using Geedel)
Peel and slice the garlic. Deseed the dried chilies. Using the manual vegetable chopper fitted with the dicing blade, place the garlic slices into the container and press gently 2–3 times to achieve evenly thin dices. Use scissors to snip the chilies into small pieces.
Sauté the Shrimp
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic dices and chili pieces, and sauté slowly for 2–3 minutes until the garlic is lightly golden and fragrant.
Cook the Shrimp
Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, letting it simmer until the alcohol evaporates.
Season and Finish
Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon. Season with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
Prepare the Bread
Slice the baguette and toast until crispy. Slice the remaining half of the lemon for garnish.
Serve
Transfer the shrimp along with all the flavorful oil to a deep plate or shallow bowl. Serve immediately with the garlic bread and lemon slices. The key is to use the bread to soak up every last drop of the fragrant, spicy oil.
Key Tips:
- Ensure the garlic is evenly diced to prevent some pieces from burning during sautéing.
- Use enough olive oil, as it forms the base of the sauce.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to maintain their tender texture.
Summary
This Portuguese classic uses the Geedel chopper to quickly prepare garlic dices, while the olive oil gently infuses with the flavors of garlic and chili. It’s an exotic yet simple meal that can be prepared in just 15 minutes.
