Shrimp in Lemon Sauce: Garides Avgolemeno Recipe

Name: Shrimp in Lemon Sauce: Garides Avgolemeno
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 large shrimp, cleaned and deveined; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 cup fish broth; 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes; 2 eggs; 1/3 cup lemon juice; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 6 wooden skewers, soaked in hot water for 30 minutes

Servings: persons

24 large shrimp, cleaned and deveined
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup fish broth
1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes
2 eggs
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
6 wooden skewers, soaked in hot water for 30 minutes

1
Marinate the shrimp in the olive oil, oregano, and garlic 30 minutes
2
Preheat a grill.
3
Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F.
4
Slide 4 shrimp onto each skewer.
5
Place on a hot grill and mark on both sides quickly, not cooking them through.
6
Put them in a baking dish and pour the fish broth over the shrimp with the tomatoes and place in the oven for about 4 minutes.
7
Remove from the oven, take the shrimp out of the baking dish, and place on a platter.
8
In a bowl whisk together the eggs and lemon juice.
9
Slowly pour in the fish broth with the tomatoes and incorporate it until foamy.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Pour it over the shrimp and sprinkle with parsley.
12
Serve warm, as an appetizer.

964

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

152

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 large shrimp, cleaned and deveined, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Shrimp in Lemon Sauce: Garides Avgolemeno falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp in Lemon Sauce: Garides Avgolemeno

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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