Award-Winning Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta)

Award-Winning Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta)

from thefoodiephysician.com
30 min

My Award-Winning Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta) is healthy, easy to make and comes together in one skillet in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 shallots (or 1 small onion), finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or ouzo*
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound large or extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)*
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    Turn the broiler on high.

  2. 2

    In a large oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add shallots and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes and cook 1 minute longer until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Stir in the tomatoes (along with the liquid from the can), wine, salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Add the shrimp to the skillet.

  5. 5

    Cook 5-6 minutes until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.

  6. 6

    Place the skillet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until feta melts and is golden brown in spots. Alternatively, you can cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle parsley over the dish. Serve with crusty bread on the side for dipping.