Prawn Saganaki Tart with Feta
The flavours of Greek prawn saganaki, tomato, feta, oregano and a splash of ouzo, baked in a crisp shortcrust case.
Made with Basic tomato sauce and Shortcrust pastry. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time1 hr 15
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £1.43 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Roll out your ready made shortcrust pastry (see the base recipe) and line a 25 cm loose bottomed tart tin. Chill for 20 minutes.
- 2
Blind bake with baking paper and beans for 15 minutes, remove them and bake for 5 minutes more until pale golden. Lower the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).
20 min - 3
Warm the olive oil in a pan and add the prawns for 1 minute, until they just turn pink. Add the ouzo, if using, and let it bubble for 20 seconds. Remove the prawns with a slotted spoon.
1 min - 4
Add your ready made tomato sauce (see the base recipe) and the oregano to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes until thick. Cool slightly, then beat in the eggs.
- 5
Arrange the prawns and half the feta in the pastry case, pour over the tomato mixture and top with the remaining feta.
- 6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the filling is set and the feta is lightly golden. Scatter with parsley and rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
28 min 20 s
Tips
- Only just cook the prawns before baking so they stay juicy in the oven.
- Let the tomato sauce cool a little before adding the eggs, or they can scramble.
- Leave out the ouzo and use a splash of white wine or lemon juice if you prefer.
Storing and freezing
Cool within 2 hours and keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat slices at 160C (fan 140C) for 15 minutes until hot through. Not suitable for freezing.
Questions
Do I need ouzo?
No. It adds a gentle aniseed note which is traditional in saganaki, but you can leave it out or use white wine.
Can I use a different cheese?
Yes. Halloumi cubes or mature cheddar work, though feta gives the salty tang that suits the tomato.
Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes. Replace the prawns with roasted aubergine cubes or cooked butter beans. The tart will be just as good.
More made with basic tomato sauce
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