Saganaki (Fried Cheese)
Saganaki is a traditional Greek appetizer featuring pan-fried cheese, often served with a squeeze of lemon. This recipe uses kefalotyri cheese for its classic flavor and firm texture. It's a quick and impressive dish that's perfect for sharing.
وصفة أصلية من Forkin
- الوقت الإجمالي
- 10 د
- عدد الحصص
- 4
- الصعوبة
- سهلة
معلومات مسببات الحساسية: قد تحتوي على غلوتين وحليب. تحقّق دائمًا من عبوات المكوّنات إذا كنت تعاني حساسية.
تحضير المكوّنات
المكوّنات
المكوّنات
- 250 gkefalotyri cheese, cut into 1-inch thick slab
- 0.25 كوبall-purpose flour
- 2 ملعقة كبيرةolive oil
garnish
- 1 قطعةlemon, cut into wedges
الأدوات
shallow dish · spatula · frying pan
طريقة التحضير
خطوة بخطوة
- 1
Place the all-purpose flour in a shallow dish.
- 2
Dredge the kefalotyri cheese on both sides in the flour, ensuring it is fully coated.
حوالي 1 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Shake off any excess flour.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a small, heavy-bottomed frying pan or saganaki pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
حوالي 1 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Ensure the oil is hot enough to achieve a good crust.
- 4
Carefully place the floured cheese into the hot pan.
- 5
Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is softened in the center.
حوالي 3 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- 6
Remove the saganaki from the pan and immediately transfer it to a serving plate.
- 7
Serve hot with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
ملاحظة الطاهي: For an authentic experience, if comfortable and safe, you can flambé the cheese with a shot of ouzo or brandy before serving.
حافظ على جودتها
Saganaki is best enjoyed immediately and does not store well.