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Seafood Pilaf (Garides Saganaki)

Seafood Pilaf, also known as Garides Saganaki, is a flavorful Greek dish featuring shrimp, tomatoes, and feta cheese with aromatic herbs and spices. The recipe blends seafood richness with Mediterranean freshness, balancing tender shrimp in a tomato-based sauce with savory crumbled feta cheese. Cooked rice absorbs the flavors, resulting in a dish that evokes the sunny shores of Greece. Ideal for special dinners or gatherings, this meal promises a harmonious combination of textures and tastes that appeal to seafood lovers and fans of Greek cuisine.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice and crumbled feta cheese, ensuring everything is well combined.
  6. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, sprinkle the dish with fresh chopped parsley.

Keywords: Dinner, Mediterranean

Spice Rack: Dried Oregano, Red Pepper Flakes

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