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Many thanks to our partner and friend Gabriel Diacakis for sharing this recipe!<\/p>\n
Greek Shrimp Saganaki with Feta cheese<\/strong> (Garides Saganaki) Ingredients<\/span><\/strong> Instructions<\/span><\/strong>
\n<\/span>Prepare this traditional Greek shrimp saganaki recipe with fresh medium or large prawns.
\nPeel the body of the shrimp and clean, leaving the heads and tails on for extra flavor.
\nIt is very important to clean the inside of the shrimp by gently slicing with a knife crosswise
\nthe back surface of the shrimp and removing the dark vein with a toothpick or a knife, as this
\nis annoyingly crunchy and may contain sand inside that will ruin your shrimp saganaki.
\nSaut\u00e9 the shrimp over gentle heat, as their flesh is very sensitive. Be careful not to overcook
\nyour shrimp to keep them juicy and tender. For the traditional Greek shrimp saganaki recipe,
\nthe shrimp are deglazed in Ouzo which gives a unique taste. If you don\u2019t have Ouzo, substitute
\nwith dry white wine. For the sauce use juicy, ripe fresh tomatoes if possible but canned, chopped
\ntomatoes can be used as well.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 25 medium prawns
\n\u2022 4 ripe, juicy tomatoes, finely chopped
\n\u2022 1 red onion, finely chopped
\n\u2022 some hot chili pepper, according to preference
\n\u2022 2 spring onions, sliced (optional)
\n\u2022 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
\n\u2022 \u00bc cup of Greek Ouzo
\n\u2022 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
\n\u2022 8 oz. feta cheese, crumbled or cubed
\n\u2022 olive oil
\n\u2022 salt and freshly ground pepper
\n\u2022 a pinch of sweet paprika (optional)<\/p>\n
\n1. Peel and clean the shrimp.
\n2. Dice the fresh tomatoes and let them strain in a colander, so that no excess water is added to the sauce.
\n3. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat, add the chopped onion and saut\u00e9 for 1 minute. Stir in the chopped garlic, chili peppers and season with salt and pepper.
\nSaut\u00e9 all the ingredients together for 1 more minute. Add the chopped tomatoes, cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for approx. 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens a little bit.
\n4. Season the shrimps with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add 3-4 tbsp of olive oil. Add the shrimps and saut\u00e9 for 1 minute on each side and deglaze with the Ouzo.
\n5. Pour the sauce in the saucepan along with the shrimps and stir. Top with the feta cheese, cover and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the feta slightly melts.
\n6. Garnish with chopped parsley or dill and serve hot. Enjoy this traditional Greek shrimp saganaki recipe with a cold glass of ouzo!<\/p>\n