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Shrimp Saganaki

Savory Shrimp Saganaki: Your 30-Minute Mediterranean Delight

Shrimp Saganaki is a quick and flavorful Mediterranean dish featuring tender shrimp in a rich tomato sauce, topped with feta.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp (16/20 count) shelled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for sautéing
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large red onion diced
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine or broth for non-alcoholic option
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes quick sauce base
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives can substitute with green olives
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon Greek oregano
  • to taste crushed red chili flakes for heat
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For Garnish
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Shrimp Saganaki
  1. In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 2-3 minced garlic cloves and one diced red onion, sauté them for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
  2. Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and add one can of crushed tomatoes, ½ cup of kalamata olives, 1 teaspoon of dried dill, 1 teaspoon of Greek oregano, and a pinch of crushed red chili flakes. Season with salt and black pepper. Let simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Add 1 pound of shelled and deveined large shrimp to the sauce, along with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  5. Once the shrimp are cooked, taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and crumble feta cheese on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best texture, dry shrimp completely before cooking. Adjust seasoning as per your taste.

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