Description
Mediterranean flavors dance in this classic Greek Shrimp Saganaki, where succulent shrimp nestle in a rich tomato sauce with feta cheese and herbs. Diners will savor the perfect balance of zesty ingredients that bring the warmth of Greek coastal kitchens to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ¼ pounds (567 grams) jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 6 ounces (170 grams) feta cheese, cubed into small pieces
Aromatic Ingredients:
- ¼ cup shallot, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
Complementary Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ⅓ cup kalamata olives, halved
Instructions
- Warm a generous glug of olive oil in a spacious skillet, creating a golden base for sautéing shallots and garlic until they release their aromatic essence and turn translucent.
- Introduce whole cherry tomatoes into the skillet, encouraging them to dance and burst, creating a rich, vibrant sauce with deep crimson hues.
- Scatter briny olives across the developing sauce, then pour in water to help consolidate the flavors and create a cohesive texture, allowing the liquid to gently reduce and concentrate.
- Carefully arrange raw shrimp into the simmering sauce, ensuring each piece is nestled comfortably and submerged partially, then cover the skillet to trap steam and cook the seafood evenly.
- Once shrimp transform from translucent to a delicate pink, awaken the dish with bright citrus notes – sprinkle freshly grated lemon zest and squeeze tangy juice to elevate the flavor profile.
- Finish the saganaki by generously crumbling tangy feta cheese across the surface, then garnish with feathery dill fronds for a pop of herbal freshness before serving piping hot directly from the skillet.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne for a kick of heat that elevates the dish’s flavor profile.
- Select large, fresh shrimp for the most tender and succulent texture, ensuring they’re deveined and patted dry before cooking to prevent excess moisture.
- Transform this recipe into a low-carb option by serving over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional grains for a lighter
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg