Saganaki recipe (Pan-seared Greek cheese appetizer)

 



Saganaki recipe (Pan-seared Greek cheese appetizer)

Looking for an authentic Saganaki recipe? Try out this super easy Greek Saganaki cheese recipe, made with only three ingredients and ready in less than 10 minutes!

Ingredients

4 ounces cheese (Graviera). Alternatively, you can use Monterey Jack, provolone or young Pecorino are also great alternatives if you can’t find a Greek cheese.

2 oz plain flour, for dredging

oil for frying

1/2 lemon

Instructions

To prepare this saganaki recipe, slice a large block of cheese (or some smaller if you prefer. If you cut the cheese thinner, the saganaki will melt into the pan.

Place the cheese under running water and then dredge into the flour, shaking off the excess flour. This will help the saganaki form a nice golden crust and to hold its shape when fried.

Add some oil into a small heavy-bottom pan. As soon as the oil is hot, add the cheese and fry for a few minutes on both sides, flipping the saganaki carefully with a spatula, until nicely colored.

Prepare this delicious Greek cheese saganaki recipe and serve, while still smoking hot as a delicious meze with a last-minute squeeze of a lemon. Enjoy!

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