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Flaming Greek Cheese Saganaki Recipe

A delicious Greek appetizer featuring pan-fried cheese set aflame with a splash of brandy.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 200 g Kefalotyri cheese or other firm Greek cheese
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 shot Brandy
  • 1 half Lemon for squeezing

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cut the cheese into ½ inch thick slices.
  2. 2. Dredge each slice in flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. 3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. 4. Fry the cheese slices until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  5. 5. Remove the pan from heat, pour brandy over the cheese, and carefully ignite with a lighter or match.
  6. 6. Squeeze lemon juice over the flaming cheese to extinguish the flame.
  7. 7. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 50mg | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Appetizer, Cheese, Saganaki
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