Saganaki - Greek Fried Cheese
Saganaki is a popular Greek cheesy appetizer: a golden, crunchy exterior that gives way to a gooey, melted cheese interior, all served piping hot.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Flour
- 1 thick square slice of kefalotyri or other hard cheese see above around 4 x 4 inches (11 x 11 cm). Thickness must be at least 2/3 of an inch or 1 ½ cm. If it is thinner, it will melt.
- Lemon for serving
Instructions
- Take the slice of cheese and dip it in cold water, then in white flour, shaking to remove excess and smoothing it with your fingers.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small pan under medium heat. Once hot, place the cheese in the pan and fry for about 2 minutes than flip carefully (I use a thin rubber spatula). Be careful not to let the crust slide off. Fry on the other side for about 2 minutes. The crust should be golden.
- Remove from pan and place on a plate, squeeze some lemon over it and serve right away.