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Shrimp Saganaki Soup


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  • Author: Chef Sara
  • Total Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A Mediterranean-inspired Shrimp Saganaki Soup that transforms the beloved Greek dish into a bold, comforting soup with shrimp, tangy tomatoes, herbs, and creamy feta.


Ingredients

Shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 red onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

½ cup chopped fennel or ¼ cup ouzo

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 Tbsp tomato paste

1 can (14.5 oz) petite diced tomatoes

4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

1 Tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp sweet paprika

Salt, to taste

12 tsp sugar (to balance acidity)

2 Tbsp lemon juice

½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add red onion, bell pepper, fennel (or ouzo), and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and soft, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Stir in tomato paste, oregano, paprika, salt, and sugar. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
  3. Add diced tomatoes and broth. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Optional: whisk in flour to thicken and simmer for 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3–5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and gently fold in crumbled feta until just softened.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with additional feta or herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Use ouzo for an authentic anise flavor or fennel for a milder option.
  • Red pepper flakes can add a pleasant heat if preferred.
  • Sub mushrooms or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
  • Watch shrimp closely to avoid overcooking—remove from heat once they turn pink.
  • Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days and reheat gently to preserve shrimp texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmered
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 690mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg