GreekFoodTv☼ Saganaki - Pan-Fried Cheese

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Saganaki is a delightful Greek meze that brings forth the rich, savory flavors of Kefalotyri cheese, perfectly balanced with a hint of fresh lemon. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also a true showstopper appetizer that will leave your guests craving more. Enjoy the crunchy crust that encases the melty, gooey cheese, served with a generous squeeze of lemon for a refreshing finish.

Ingredients

🧀 ½ pound 227g Kefalotyri cheese, or any hard, yellow Greek cheese like feta or halloumi
💧 Warm water for dipping
🌾 All-purpose flour for dredging
🌶️ Pepper
🫒 ¼ cup olive oil, approximately 60ml
🍋 2 lemon wedges for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare the Cheese:

Cut the Kefalotyri cheese into a square, approximately 4x4 inches (10x10 cm) and about ½ inch (1.5 cm) thick.

2- Dipping:

Dip the cheese into a bowl of warm water, ensuring it is fully submerged.

3- Dredging:

Coat the cheese with all-purpose flour, optionally seasoned with pepper.
Press the flour in slightly to form a nice coating.

4- Second Dip:

Briefly dip the floured cheese back into the warm water.

5- Heating the Skillet:

Heat ¼ cup of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Ensure the oil is hot, nearing the smoking point.

6- Frying:

Carefully place the prepared cheese into the hot skillet.
Pan-fry until golden brown on one side, then flip and fry the other side until equally golden brown.

7- Serving:

Remove the cooked saganaki from the skillet and serve immediately on a white serving plate, garnished with lemon wedges.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: Approx. 2-4 servings from a ½ pound cheese
Equipment: Wooden cutting board, Chef's knife, Clear glass bowl for water, Blue/grey dish for flour, Cast iron skillet, Metal slotted spatula, Metal fork, White serving plate

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