Greek · Seafood appetizer
Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Feta)
Jumbo shrimp baked or simmered in a bright tomato, oregano, wine, and feta sauce.
4servings15 minprep25 mincookGreekclassic
From Dianne's kitchen
A taste of Greece
Saganaki is named for the small pan used to make this delicious Greek appetizer.
What you'll need
Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can diced or crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ¼ cup white wine or ouzo
- ½ lemon, juiced
- 6 ounces feta cheese
Step by step
Instructions
- Season shrimp with lemon, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté onion, then add garlic, pepper flakes, and oregano.
- Add wine, tomatoes, honey, and parsley; simmer 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook covered 4 minutes. Crumble feta over top.
- Cook covered 5 minutes more, or broil 4–5 minutes until feta softens. Garnish and serve hot.
Dianne's kitchen tip
Serve with bread
Crusty bread is perfect for mopping up the sauce.