Heat oil in a medium nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Place flour in a shallow dish. Run cheese under cold water to wet the surface, and dredge in flour to coat all sides. Shake off excess flour. Carefully place cheese in hot oil, and cook, until golden and beginning to melt, about 2 minutes per side. Turn heat off, and pour brandy over cheese. Carefully light with a long stick lighter. Allow flames to cease.
Squeeze lemon over cheese, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve with crusty baguette or pita bread. Fry until bottom is golden brown, about 30 seconds more. Remove from the heat and place skillet onto a napkin-lined plate.
Pour brandy into the skillet over the cheese. Light the brandy using a fireplace lighter. Now you can exclaim "Opa! Squeeze some lemon juice on top to extinguish the last few flames and garnish with parsley.
I've also done this with a cheese called halloumi, which is tasty, but doesn't melt at all, and for me that's the best part. You can also use graviera, kefalograviera, kefalotyri, or even a firm feta cheese. All Rights Reserved. Flaming Greek Cheese Saganaki. Rating: 4. Read Reviews Add Review. Save Pin Print Share. Flaming Greek Cheese Saganaki Neneaowen. Recipe Summary test prep:. Nutrition Info. Ingredients Decrease Serving 2. The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified.
Add all ingredients to shopping list View your list. I Made It Print. Chef's Notes: I've also done this with a cheese called halloumi, which is tasty, but doesn't melt at all, and for me that's the best part. Full Nutrition. Reviews 15 Read More Reviews. Most helpful positive review Ekbrook. Rating: 4 stars. I love Saganaki But after trying this recipe for the first time, I have a couple of tips.
Question, how do you think this would work in an air fryer? With people trying to eat healthier, many are using their air fryers to cut some calories.
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Tweet Share Pin It. Jump to Recipe. Other appetizers that you can serve alongside it are: Greek Tzatziki Yogurt, cucumber and garlic dip Keftedes Greek meatballs Spanakopitakia Spinach triangles with phyllo Dolmades Stuffed grape leaves Spetsofai Spicy greek sausages with peppers Kolokithokeftedes Greek zuchini fritters Feta Saganaki pan fried feta cheese And of course a Greek salad or a green salad to cut out the richness. Scale 1x 2x 3x. Alternatively you can use kefalograviera, kasseri, kefalotyri.
Similar recipes you may like! To prepare this saganaki recipe, slice a large block of cheese or some smaller if you prefer , approx. 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. Into a small heavy-bottomed pan add some oil.
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