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Greek Shrimp Saganaki with Feta cheese (Garides Saganaki) Recipe

Greek Shrimp Saganaki with Feta cheese (Garides Saganaki)

Bushra
A traditional Greek appetizer combining succulent shrimp with tomatoes, feta cheese, and ouzo
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Greek
Servings 6 portions
Calories 260 kcal

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Colander

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 25 medium prawns
  • 4 ripe tomatoes finely chopped
  • 1 red onion finely chopped
  • 60 ml Ouzo 1/4 cup
  • 200 g feta cheese crumbled or cubed

Instructions
 

  • To prepare this Greek shrimp saganaki recipe start by peeling and cleaning the shrimps.
  • Dice the fresh tomatoes in small cubes and let them strain in a colander, so that no excess water is added to the sauce.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat, add the chopped onion and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Season the shrimps with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add 3-4 tbsps olive oil. Add the shrimps, sauté for 1 minute and deglaze with the ouzo.
  • Pour the sauce in the saucepan along with the shrimps and stir. Top with crumbled feta cheese, cover and cook for 2 more minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 7.7gProtein: 29.7gFat: 10.3gSaturated Fat: 5.5gCholesterol: 219.7mgSodium: 840.5mgFiber: 1.6gSugar: 4.8g
Keyword Mediterranean, Saganaki, Seafood
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