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Shrimp with Tomatoes, Feta and Ouzo- Garides Saganaki

This delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Greek

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound medium size shrimp peeled
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup ouzo
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 1 small hot pepper sliced
  • 2 teaspoons pepper flakes
  • 3 medium tomatoes pureed in a food processor or 1 pound canned crushed tomatoes
  • 3-4 ounces crumbled feta
  • chopped basil
  • salt/pepper for taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (180 C)
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauté for about 4 minutes, add the garlic and sauté for one more minute. Add the ouzo and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until alcohol has evaporated. Set aside.
  3. In another pot add the rest of the olive oil (about 2 tablespoons) and sauté the onion until translucent. Add the pepper flakes and hot pepper and sauté 2-3 more minutes. Add the tomatoes and simmer until sauce thickens.
  4. Empty the tomato sauce in the pan with the shrimp and mix gently. Empty the whole mixture in a oven proof casserole or a "saganaki" if you have one.
  5. Sprinkle with the feta and bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Serve with chopped basil.