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Cretan shrimp omelette "Matala"

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Ingredients for 2 servings:

  • 500 g shrimp(s), fresh or frozen, with shell
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 m.-sized eggs
  • n. B. Salt and pepper, white, finely ground
  • e.g. fresh parsley or celery leaves for garnishing

Instructions

Working time approx. 15 minutes; Cooking/baking time approx. 15 minutes; Total time approx. 30 minutes

Wash the prawns and remove their heads. Cook in a little water until they turn pink. Strain and let cool. Reserve 3 tablespoons of the stock. Whisk the eggs with the 3 tablespoons of stock, a little pepper, and salt. Peel the prawns. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil to a medium-sized pan and heat. Toss half of the prawns in it and pour over half of the beaten eggs. Fry the omelet on both sides. Use a shallow plate when turning. Repeat for the second omelet. Garnish the omelets with parsley and serve warm. Serve with white bread.

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Written by John Myers

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