Grilled Shrimp with Garlic (Gambas al Ajillo)

Directions

1. 1
   Watch how to make this recipe.
2. 2
   Special equipment: Wooden skewers soaked in water
3. 3
   Heat the grill to medium.
4. 4
   Whisk together 1/4 cup of the oil, 2 tablespoons of the thyme, ancho powder and chopped garlic in a small bowl. Skewer the shrimp and brush with marinade.
5. 5
   Place the remaining 1/2 cup of the oil in a small saucepan, add the sliced garlic and cook until the sliced garlic is lightly golden brown.
6. 6
   Remove the garlic slices with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels. Reserve the oil.
7. 7
   Increase the heat of the grill to high.
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   Remove the shrimp from the marinade, season with salt and pepper and grill until golden brown on each side, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.
9. 9
   Remove the shrimp from the skewers, transfer to a platter and drizzle with some of the reserved garlic oil and the garlic chips.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with the remaining thyme and garnish with oregano leaves.