Shrimp Baked with Feta Ouzo and Cognac
Elevate your seafood dinner with this luxurious recipe for Shrimp Baked with Feta, Ouzo, and Cognac—a Mediterranean-inspired delight that’s bursting with vibrant flavor! Perfectly tender shrimp are nestled in a rich tomato and garlic sauce infused with the bold aromas of ouzo and cognac, then baked to perfection under a blanket of creamy, crumbled feta. This dish combines a touch of Greek tradition with a sophisticated flair, making it ideal for special occasions or a flavorful weeknight indulgence. Ready in just 40 minutes and garnished with fresh parsley, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a bed of fluffy rice for a restaurant-quality meal you'll want to savor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Ouzo
- 2 tablespoons Cognac
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, but do not allow it to brown.
Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
Stir in the ouzo, cognac, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in an even layer in a baking dish.
Pour the tomato and ouzo sauce evenly over the shrimp.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top.
Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Remove the dish from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 951 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 564 mg | 12% | |
*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.
