Ingredients:
- 1/4 lb. cheese (Graviera, Kasseri, Monterey Jack, Provolone or hard parmesan
- 1 c. flour for dredging
- oil for frying
- 1/2 lemon
- Brandy (for flambe') Opt.
Directions:
- To prepare this saganaki recipe, slice a piece of cheese approximately 1/2"x4". Do not cut any thinner or the saganaki will melt into the pan.
- Place the cheese under runing 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.
- In a small heavy-bottomed pan add some oil. As soon as the oil heats, add the cheese and fry for a few minutes on both sides, flipping the saganaki carefully with a spatula, until nicely colored.
- Prepare this delicious Greek cheese saganaki recipe and serve while still smoking hot. Squeeze the juice of a slice of lemon before serving.
