Saganaki is a traditional Greek appetizer featuring fried cheese that is often flambéed with brandy. It's a crowd-pleaser with its crispy exterior and gooey interior, perfect for serving with lemon wedges and bread.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
6min
Ingredients
2 Servings
- 50 g all-purpose flour
- 30 ml brandy
- 200 g kefalotyri or kasseri cheese
- 1 lemon
- 30 ml olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Cut the cheese into slices about 1 cm thick.
Step 2
Dredge the cheese slices in flour, shaking off any excess.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Fry the cheese slices until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Step 5
Remove the pan from heat and pour the brandy over the cheese.
Step 6
Carefully ignite the brandy with a long lighter or match to flambé the cheese. Let the flames subside.
Step 7
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.