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Spanish Style Shrimp Tapas with Tomatoes and Onions Recipe
Here is a classic Spanish tapas dish with shrimp, tomatoes, onions and cooked in a dry white wine sauce. A little red pepper flake give it some heat. You will love this gambas con tomate y cebolla appetizer dish and it is so easy to make.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 162 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Spanish
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Shrimp not frozen
- 1 cup white wine dry
- 1 cup tomatoes diced
- 1 onion small, diced
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 Tbsp parsley fresh, chopped
- 1 dash red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp oregano
Optional: 2 oz grated Manchego cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, sauté the onion in olive oil on low until onion is translucent.
- Add the tomatoes, wine, oregano, vinegar, and red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
- Turn down heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until thick.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and Manchego cheese.
- Make sure plenty of warm crusty bread is on hand.
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Notes
- Frequently Asked Questions:
- If you can't find fresh Roma tomatoes, diced can works just as well.
- The pairing is up to you. Try rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
- How long can I store the shrimp tapas in the refrigerator? Once they have cooled you can store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- How do I reheat the shrimp tapas? Reheat the shrimp in the microwave for 2-3 minutes and stop to stir every 30-45 seconds until hot.
- Can I freeze the shrimp tapas in the sauce? Yes, allow them to cool and you can freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw completely in the refrigerator and then reheat in the microwave as described above.
Nutrition Information
Calories
162kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Cholesterol
190mg
(63%)
Sodium
592mg
(25%)
Potassium
181mg
(5%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
315IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
9.6mg
(11%)
Calcium
122mg
(12%)
Iron
1.9mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 162kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 190mg | 63% |
| Sodium | 592mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 9.6mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 122mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.