Salonika Shrimp
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this irresistible Salonika Shrimp recipe, a vibrant dish brimming with authentic Greek flavors. Succulent jumbo shrimp are simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with dry white wine, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for just the right kick. Topped with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley, this dish is a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and subtly spicy notes. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's an impressive yet easy-to-make option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with crusty bread or fluffy rice to soak up every last drop of the luscious sauce. Whether you’re craving coastal cuisine or a fresh take on seafood, Salonika Shrimp is your ultimate Mediterranean comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 large ripe tomatoes, diced (or canned diced tomatoes)
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- optional for serving crusty bread or rice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes, white wine, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens.
Gently stir in the shrimp, ensuring they are fully coated in the sauce. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the shrimp and sauce, and allow it to melt for 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve hot with crusty bread or a side of rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 227 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 845 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.2 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 743 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
