Shrimp Saganaki With Tomatoes

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3
Satisfy Your Cravings With Shrimp Saganaki With Tomatoes Recipe
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 medium onion , chopped
16 medium shrimp , whole and heads on
salt and pepper
dried oregano ( optional )
crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 ounces ouzo
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon tapenade , olive paste
1/2 cup feta cheese , crumbled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
332
Sugar
5g
Fat
16g
Shrimp Saganaki With Tomatoes is a traditional Greek dish typically served as an appetizer or main course. It's a combination of whole, juicy shrimp cooked with Mediterranean herbs and spices, simmered with canned tomatoes and topped with crumbled feta cheese. The dish is usually baked in an oven until the cheese is melted and bubbling, and then served hot with crusty bread as a side.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.Add crushed garlic and chopped onions, and sauté for a couple of minutes.
3.Add whole shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, dried oregano (optional) and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until cooked through.
4.Pour ouzo and white wine into the skillet and let it simmer for a minute.
5.Add canned tomatoes and olive paste and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes.
6.Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of the mixture.
7.Put the skillet in the oven and broil on high for 2-3 minutes.
8.Serve hot with crusty bread.

PROS

Shrimp Saganaki With Tomatoes is a quick and easy recipe to make, filled with Mediterranian flavors.

It’s a great source of protein and antioxidants.

CONS

Shrimp Saganaki With Tomatoes has a high cholesterol and sodium content due to the shrimp and feta cheese.

It’s also not suitable for people with shellfish allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B12 and D, and minerals like zinc, phosphorus, and selenium.
Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants like lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of cancer and heart diseases.
Feta cheese is a good source of calcium and protein, but it’s high in sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.

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