Greek Shrimp Saganaki

Name: Greek Shrimp Saganaki
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 6 tomatoes; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; ¼ cup ouzo; 1 lb Shrimp; 3 oz feta; ⅓ cup parsley

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5.0

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings
4
Calories
301 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Greek

Greek Shrimp Saganaki

Isaac Lopez

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This one-pan Shrimp Saganaki is easy and delicious. The yummy tomato sauce and savory feta with the shrimp make for a great flavor combination.

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Ingredients

Servings

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
6 tomatoes finely chopped
1/2 tsp kosher salt to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper
¼ cup ouzo optional
1 lb Shrimp deveined and peeled
3 oz feta crumbled
⅓ cup parsley chopped for garnish

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a pan (cast iron preferably) over medium high heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
Lower the heat to medium, add in the garlic and cook for a minute until aromatic.
Next, add the tomato paste and cook for a couple of minutes so it releases its color and aroma.
Add in the chopped tomatoes and ouzo (if using) and increase the heat to medium high.
Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes until tomatoes fall apart. Uncover and season with salt and pepper.
Add in the shrimp and cook for 5 minutes. Then add the feta, cover, and cook for a minute.
Finish with a sprinkle of the chopped parsley and serve with bread.

Notes

Tomatoes: For the best flavor, use ripe, fresh Roma tomatoes. You can use canned. But, using fresh tomatoes that are juicy will give your sauce a richer, more authentic taste.
Ouzo: If you have ouzo on hand, use it to deglaze the pan after cooking the garlic and onions. It adds a unique, anise-flavored depth to the dish. If you don't (I personally omitted it), you can use white wine or even vegetable broth.
Control the Cooking Time: Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. They cook quickly and should only be in the pan for about 5 minutes to remain tender and juicy.
Crumbled Feta: For a creamier texture, use a block of feta cheese and crumble it yourself rather than pre-crumbled feta, which can be drier.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 301kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 201mg (67%) Sodium 713mg (30%) Potassium 866mg (25%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 2110IU (42%) Vitamin C 35mg (39%) Calcium 214mg (21%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 301 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	301kcal	15%
Carbohydrates	12g	4%
Protein	28g	56%
Fat	13g	20%
Saturated Fat	4g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	201mg	67%
Sodium	713mg	30%
Potassium	866mg	18%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	7g	14%
Vitamin A	2110IU	42%
Vitamin C	35mg	39%
Calcium	214mg	21%
Iron	2mg	11%