
Greek · Seafood
Garides Saganaki
Ingredients
- Raw king prawns1 lb
- Olive oil3 tablespoons
- Chopped onion1
- Freshly chopped parsleypinch
- White wine1 cup
- Chopped tomatoes1 (400g) tin
- Minced garlic1/2 teaspoon
- Cubed Feta cheese1 (200g) pack
Instructions
- 1
Place the prawns in a pot and add enough water to cover.
- 2
Boil for 5 minutes.
- 3
Drain, reserving the liquid, and set aside.
- 4
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a saucepan.
- 5
Add the onion; cook and stir until soft.
- 6
Mix in the parsley, wine, tomatoes, garlic and remaining olive oil.
- 7
Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened.
- 8
While the sauce is simmering, the prawns should become cool enough to handle.
- 9
First remove the legs by pinching them, and then pull off the shells, leaving the head and tail on.
- 10
When the sauce has thickened, stir in the prawns.
- 11
Bring to a simmer again if the sauce has cooled with the prawns, and cook for about 5 minutes.
- 12
Add the feta and remove from the heat.
- 13
Let stand until the cheese starts to melt.
- 14
Serve warm with slices of crusty bread.
- 15
Though completely untraditional, you can add a few tablespoons of stock or passata to this recipe to make a delicious pasta sauce.
- 16
Toss with pasta after adding the feta, and serve.