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.
Izvirni recept avtorja Forkin
- Skupni čas
- 10 min
- Porcije
- 4
- Zahtevnost
- Lahko
Informacije o alergenih: lahko vsebuje gluten in mleko. Če imate alergijo, vedno preverite embalažo sestavin.
Priprava
Sestavine
Sestavine
- 250 gkefalotyri cheese, cut into 1-inch thick slab
- 0,25 skodelicaall-purpose flour
- 2 žlicaolive oil
garnish
- 1 koslemon, cut into wedges
Oprema
shallow dish · spatula · frying pan
Postopek
Korak za korakom
- 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.
Približno 1 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Približno 1 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Približno 3 min
Kuharjeva opomba: 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.
Kuharjeva opomba: For an authentic experience, if comfortable and safe, you can flambé the cheese with a shot of ouzo or brandy before serving.
Pravilno shranjevanje
Saganaki is best enjoyed immediately and does not store well.