Animal Flesh Recipe of the Day.

The prawn is Nature's assassin.

Never turn your back on one, even if you know he's dead.

Never let your sister, your niece, or your female cousin date a prawn.

Fortunately, our Greek friends (via Emeril Lagasse and the Food Network) know what to do with this menace.


Yarithes Yiouvetsaki (Roasted Prawns with Fresh Tomatoes and Feta Cheese)



12 large prawns (U-10), in their shells
1/2 cup olive oil
1 medium onion finely sliced
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 cup dry white wine
Fresh Feta cheese

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Rinse the prawns in cold water and drain. Peel the prawns, leaving the head and tail intact, discarding the shells. Season with salt and pepper. Place the prawns in a large oven-proof baking dish. In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil. Add the onions. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes, or until translucent. Add the tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. Saute for 1 minute. Add the wine and bring the liquid to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes. Pour the mixture over the prawns. Sprinkle the top with the cheese. Place in the oven and roast for 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish with parsley.