Award-Winning Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta)

Name: Award-Winning Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta)
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 shallots (or 1 small onion), finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ⅛-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes; ¼ cup dry white wine or ouzo*; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 pound large or extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about ¾ cup)*; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

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Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4
Calories
261 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Greek

Award-Winning Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta)

Kaitlin Farley

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My Award-Winning Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta) is healthy, easy to make and comes together in one skillet in just 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 shallots (or 1 small onion), finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
⅛-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
¼ cup dry white wine or ouzo*
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 pound large or extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about ¾ cup)*
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

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Instructions

Turn the broiler on high.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add shallots and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes and cook 1 minute longer until fragrant.
Stir in the tomatoes (along with the liquid from the can), wine, salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Add the shrimp to the skillet.
Cook 5-6 minutes until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
Place the skillet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until feta melts and is golden brown in spots. Alternatively, you can cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt.
Sprinkle parsley over the dish. Serve with crusty bread on the side for dipping.

Notes

Ouzo, a Greek liquor with a strong anise flavor is classically used in Shrimp Saganaki. However, the flavor is quite strong so I use dry white wine. You can use either one or leave out the alcohol completely.
Ouzo, a Greek liquor with a strong anise flavor is classically used in Shrimp Saganaki. However, the flavor is quite strong so I use dry white wine. You can use either one or leave out the alcohol completely.
This is definitely the time you want to buy the block of authentic Greek feta! Greek feta is made from sheep's milk and has a rich, tangy flavor and creamy texture when it melts. While I occasionally buy pre-crumbled feta, I wouldn't use pre-crumbled cheese in this dish. It's just not as flavorful and doesn't melt as well.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 0g Calories 261kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 162mg (54%) Sodium 1470mg (61%) Potassium 611mg (17%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 750IU (15%) Vitamin C 23mg (26%) Calcium 252mg (25%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 261 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	0g
Calories	261kcal	13%
Carbohydrates	14g	5%
Protein	21g	42%
Fat	13g	20%
Saturated Fat	4g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	162mg	54%
Sodium	1470mg	61%
Potassium	611mg	13%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	7g	14%
Vitamin A	750IU	15%
Vitamin C	23mg	26%
Calcium	252mg	25%
Iron	3mg	17%