Ease of Preparation: Medium
Yield: 3-4 servings
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) olive oil
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) pepper
- ½ cup (2.5 ml) ouzo
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) chopped tomatoes
- 4 ounces (114 g) feta cheese, cut into cubes, portion reserved for garnish
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) minced parsley, for garnish
To Serve:
- Rustic bread
- Fried Cheese (see recipe)
Method:
Heat olive oil in skillet.
Add red onion and garlic and fry until soft.
Add shrimp, oregano, salt and pepper, and cook 1 minute.
Deglaze with the ouzo (Note: pan will flame up so be careful).
Cover pan with lid to put out flame.
Add tomatoes to the skillet and simmer until reduced.
Add feta.
Remove from heat and stir.
Top with minced parsley and reserved feta.
Serve hot with slices of rustic bread and Fried Cheese (see recipe).