Description
Sizzling Greek flavors dance in this prawn saganaki, blending fresh seafood with rich tomato and feta charm. Mediterranean warmth fills plates with zesty comfort, inviting you to savor each spicy, cheesy bite of authentic Greek cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) prawns, tails on
- 200 grams (7 ounces) blended tomatoes
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) feta cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 red onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red chilli, chopped
- 1 bullhorn pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup parsley
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons ouzo
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high temperature and sauté diced onions, minced garlic, sliced chilli, and chopped bell peppers until softened and fragrant.
- Add fresh prawns to the pan, cooking quickly until they just start to curl and turn pink, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Pour ouzo into the skillet, creating a sizzling effect, then incorporate diced tomatoes, chopped parsley, and season with salt and ground black pepper.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to gently simmer, letting the flavors meld and the sauce slightly thicken for about 8-10 minutes.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese generously across the surface of the prawns and sauce.
- Transfer the skillet to a preheated grill or broiler, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and develops a golden, bubbly crust.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, accompanied by warm crusty bread or steamed rice to soak up the delicious Mediterranean-style sauce.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality prawns for the best flavor and texture.
- Control heat carefully when cooking prawns to prevent overcooking and maintaining their tender, juicy consistency.
- Replace ouzo with white wine for a non-anise alternative that still adds depth to the sauce.
- Keep feta crumbled coarsely to create beautiful melted pockets across the dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg