Ouzo Shrimp

Ouzo Shrimp


1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. Add onions and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions are tender but not browned.

3. Stir in tomatoes,parsley,oregano,salt, pepper, and sugar.

4. Simmer, uncovered,over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. *Can be made ahead to this point. Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.

6. In a large bowl, combine shrimp and lemon juice and toss until well coated; set aside.

7. In a medium saucepan heat 2 quarts of water to boiling.

8. Drain shrimp and drop into boiling water.

9. Return water to a boil (shrimp should just be turning pink); drain shrimp.

10. Place shrimp in a bowl and pour ouzo over them.

11. *Can be prepared ahead to this point. Cover and refrigerate up to 12 hours.

12. In a large skillet heat the tomato sauce.

13. Add cooked shrimp and ouzo; continue cooking just until shrimp are heated through.

14. Transfer to individual ramekins or dishes, sprinkle with cheese, and serve immediately.

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