Prawns in Spicy Tomato Sauce with Feta Cheese

Dive into the bold and flavorful world of Mediterranean cuisine with this crowd-pleasing recipe for Prawns in Spicy Tomato Sauce with Feta Cheese. Juicy, tender prawns are simmered in a rich, spicy tomato sauce infused with aromatic garlic, herbs, and a kick of red chili flakes, then finished with creamy, crumbled feta cheese for a tangy contrast. This one-pan dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, coming together in just 40 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges, it’s a vibrant and satisfying meal on its own or paired with crusty bread, rice, or pasta. Packed with protein, flavor, and a touch of heat, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams raw prawns (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 400 grams crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 100 grams feta cheese (crumbled)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 lemon (cut into wedges, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the red chili flakes, paprika, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Add the prawns into the tomato sauce, stirring gently to coat them evenly. Cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the prawns and sauce.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid and let it sit for 2–3 minutes to allow the feta to soften slightly.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Step 10

Optional: Serve with crusty bread, rice, or pasta for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1216.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1245.3

Total Fat 54.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1034.3mg	0%
Sodium 4754.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 143.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 995.2mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 2826.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 44.6%

Carbs: 17.3%