Greek Shrimp Saganaki
Shrimp saganaki is a quick and easy Greek dinner made with plump shrimp, ouzo liquor, fresh herbs and feta cheese in a zesty tomato sauce.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 18 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- HARD
Ingredients
- 1+1/2 lb raw shrimp ((26/30 count, peeled and deveined))
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup Greek Ouzo ((optional))
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium red onion (diced)
- 2 green onions (small slices (optional))
- 2 clove garlic (chopped)
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp red chili flakes
- 4 roma tomatoes (diced)
- 1 tbsp fresh mint (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 8 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
Instructions
- 1
In a skillet over medium heat add the olive oil. After a minute add onions and saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic, salt and chili flakes, cook another minute. Stir in the tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cover, turn heat to low and cook 5 minutes (start shrimp).
- 2
Peel and devein shrimp, rinse with water and pat dry. Toss with salt and pepper.
- 3
In a large skillet over high heat add the olive oil. After a minute add the shrimp and cook 1 minute per side. Deglaze pan with Ouzo (optional).
- 4
Spoon tomato sauce mixture over shrimp, add the herbs and feta cheese. Cover and cook on low for 2 minutes. Cheese should be melted. Serve immediately.