Shrimp Baked in Sauce
Description
A tasty appetizer for any gathering. I usually serve shrimp with a citrus sauce or a creamy one; I recently made shrimp with tomato sauce—the way they traditionally prepare them on Crete. I really liked the flavor of the finished dish. The shrimp turned out juicy, aromatic, and interesting. I serve them without a side dish, with slices of white bread and fresh herbs.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. I wash the tomatoes, make cross-shaped cuts, and pour boiling water over them. I leave them for 2 minutes, then peel off the skins. I puree the peeled tomatoes into a smooth mixture.
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Step 2
2. I add spices (dried oregano and basil) to the tomato purée, peel the garlic and press it through a garlic press, and add it to the purée.
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Step 3
3. I put the feta in a bowl and mash it with a fork into small pieces, then add it to the tomatoes.
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Step 4
4. I peel the onion, rinse it under running water, and dice it into small cubes.
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Step 5
5. I pour olive oil into a sauté pan, heat it well, and fry the onion until golden.
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Step 6
6. I transfer the prepared onion to the sauce and mix well.
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Step 7
7. I place the thawed and lightly parboiled shrimp (small) in the baking dish.
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Step 8
8. I carefully pour the prepared tomato sauce over the shrimp and arrange the large peeled shrimp.
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Step 9
9. I wash and finely chop the parsley (other greens may be used), and sprinkle the dish with it.
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Step 10
10. I put the shrimp in an oven preheated to 170–180°C for 30 minutes.
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Step 11
11. I serve the shrimp with slices of white bread so you can dip them in the leftover sauce.