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Shrimps Saganaki (Greek Recipe) Recipe

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Shrimps Saganaki is a traditional Greek starter or meze featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a rich tomato and white wine sauce, finished with creamy melted feta cheese. This flavorful dish is perfect as a seafood appetizer or can be transformed into a hearty pasta meal. Combining tangy feta, fresh herbs, and the delicate sweetness of shrimp, it offers an authentic taste of Greek cuisine in a simple home-cooked recipe.

Ingredients

Shrimp

  • 1 pound medium shrimp, with shells

Sauce

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (Optional)
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for onions)

Finishing

  • 1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese, cubed
  • Salt and pepper to taste (a pinch)

Instructions

  1. Boil the shrimp: Bring about 2 inches of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the shrimp, ensuring the water just covers them. Boil for 5 minutes, then drain the shrimp, reserving the cooking liquid as shrimp stock, and set the shrimp aside to cool.
  2. Cook the base sauce: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions become soft and translucent.
  3. Add sauce ingredients: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, white wine, drained diced tomatoes, garlic powder (if using), and the remaining ¼ cup olive oil. Simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together beautifully.
  4. Prepare the shrimp: Once the shrimp are cool enough to handle, remove the legs by pinching them off, then peel the shells away while keeping the heads and tails intact for presentation and flavor.
  5. Combine shrimp and sauce: Stir the reserved shrimp stock into the thickened sauce to enhance the seafood flavor. Add the peeled shrimp to the sauce and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes to allow the shrimp to absorb the sauce’s flavors.
  6. Add feta and serve: Add the cubed feta cheese to the pan and remove it from heat. Let the dish stand until the feta starts to melt, creating a luscious, creamy finish. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.

Notes

  • You can remove shrimp shells entirely if preferred, but leaving the heads and tails adds authentic flavor and presentation appeal.
  • For a main course variation, add cooked pasta to the sauce along with the shrimp before adding feta.
  • If white wine is not available, a dry vermouth or seafood stock can be a substitute.
  • Adjust garlic powder according to taste or substitute with fresh minced garlic for a more robust flavor.
  • Use fresh parsley for best flavor, but dried parsley can be used in a pinch with reduced quantity.

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