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Saturday, May 28, 2011

Shrimp with Fennel

This recipe is easy and delicious. Ouzo could be replaced by another anise-flavored liquor, although Ouzo is the cheapest one I'd recommend.

Shrimp with Fennel (based on this recipe)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 2

Ingredients:
1 small fennel bulb, diced
1 small onion, minced
pinch of red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine
12 grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 tsp oregano
1 tbsp Ouzo
3/4 lb shrimp, peeled and de-veined
2 oz feta cheese, coarsely crumbed
1 tbsp fresh parsley, mined
grated zest from 1/2 lemon
salt and pepper, to taste
olive oil
orzo pasta (7 oz)

Cooking:
Cook the orzo according to the directions on its package.

Heat a little olive oil in a skillet. Add the onions, and saute 2 minutes. Add the fennel, red pepper flakes, and salt, and saute another 6 minutes. Add garlic and saute another 2 minutes.

Add wine and bring to a simmer. Simmer 3 minutes, or until liquid is reduced by half.

Add tomatoes, oregano, an Ouzo. Simmer another 3 minutes.

Turn the heat to medium-high, add the shrimp, and fry until pink. Remove from heat, add the lemon zest and parsley and toss to combine.

Sprinkle with feta, and serve with orzo.

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