Flaming Greek Cheese Saganaki Recipe
A delicious and dramatic Greek appetizer made with fried cheese, flambéed with brandy, and served with lemon.
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Main Ingredients
- 200 g Kefalotyri or Kasseri cheese cut into thick slices
- 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 shot Brandy
- 1 Lemon cut into wedges
1. Dredge the cheese slices in flour, shaking off any excess.
2. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
3. Fry the cheese until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Remove the pan from heat, add the brandy, and carefully ignite with a lighter or match. Let the flames subside.
5. Squeeze lemon juice over the cheese and serve immediately.
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 50mg | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 1mg