Shrimps Saganaki (Greek Recipe)

Recipesfull introduces to you: Greek Recipes. (Shrimps Saganaki (Greek Recipe)). This is a Greek starter recipe that is also eaten as an ouzo 'meze' (snack). It is a delicious dish that I'd only tried in restaurants but when I tried to make it at home I found out I made it as good and delicious. With a small alteration of adding pasta you can turn this dish into a delicious seafood pasta dish.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 35 mins

Total: 40 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Shrimps Saganaki (Greek Recipe)

Ingredients

1 pound medium shrimp

with shells

1 onion

chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 cup white wine

1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes

drained

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ cup olive oil

1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese

cubed

1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Greek Stuffed Tomatoes and Peppers (Yemista)

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Bring about 2 inches of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the shrimp the water should just cover them. Boil for 5 minutes then drain reserving the liquid and set aside.

Step 2

Heat about 2 tablespoons of oil in a saucepan. Add the onions; cook and stir until the onions are soft. Mix in the parsley wine tomatoes garlic powder and remaining olive oil. Simmer stirring occasionally for about 30 minutes or until the sauce is thickened.

Step 3

While the sauce is simmering the shrimps should have become cool enough to handle. First remove the legs by pinching them and then pull off the shells leaving the head and tail on.

Step 4

When the sauce is thickened stir in the shrimp stock and shrimp. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes. Add the feta cheese and remove from the heat. Let stand until the cheese starts to melt. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information

Shrimps Saganaki (Greek Recipe)

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 441.2

% Daily Value *

Protein: 27.8g 56%

Carbohydrates: 10.1g 3%

Dietary Fiber: 1.4g 6%

Sugars: 6.7g

Fat: 26.6g 41%

Saturated Fat: 10.6g 53%

Cholesterol: 223.1mg 74%

Vitamin A Iu: 1436IU 29%

Niacin Equivalents: 9.2mg 71%

Vitamin B6: 0.4mg 27%

Vitamin C: 14.1mg 23%

Folate: 30.4mcg 8%

Calcium: 362.7mg 36%

Iron: 5.8mg 32%

Magnesium: 50.9mg 18%

Potassium: 419mg 12%

Sodium: 1035.3mg 41%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 13%

Calories From Fat: 239.2

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.