ReceptnaptárSaganaki (fried cheese)
Saganaki is one of the simplest and best-loved Greek meze (appetizers): crispy fried cheese with lemon juice. A golden crust outside, melting cheese inside. The name refers to the small pan in which it is cooked. It is ready in 10 minutes.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Cut the cheese into slices 1 cm thick and about 6x6 cm. Dip the slices in cold water, then dredge in flour and shake off the excess.
- Heat the olive oil in a small cast-iron or non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the cheese slices and fry for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden with a crisp crust and soft inside.
- Immediately squeeze over the lemon juice and sprinkle with pepper and oregano.
- Serve hot, with bread. Drizzle with honey if you like.
- Eat immediately, because cold it hardens.
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Tips
- The wet, floured coating gives the crisp crust.
- Use a firm cheese that doesn't melt completely.
- Squeeze the lemon over it right away.
- With honey and sesame you get a dessert-style version.
Frequently asked questions
Which cheese?
Graviera, kefalotyri, kasseri, firm feta or halloumi all work.
In a fan oven?
Not recommended; the pan gives the crust.
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