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Greek Fried Cheese (Saganaki)

Source of Recipe

World Wide Recipes


Recipe Introduction

The Swiss have fondue, the Mexicans have queso fundido, and the Greeks have saganaki. A visit to a Greek restaurant anywhere in the world is likely to feature waiters setting this dish ablaze and parading it through the room, accompanied by an appreciative "OPA!" from the guests.

List of Ingredients

4 Tbsp butter
1 egg, well beaten
1 tsp flour
1/2 lb kasseri cheese*, sliced 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick
2 Tbsp brandy
Juice of 1/2 lemon

*Available in finer supermarkets and Middle Eastern specialty shops.
Parmesan or Romano cheese may be substituted.



Recipe

heat. Beat the egg and flour together, and dip the slices of cheese slices in the mixture. Fry until well browned on both sides. Remove from the heat and add the brandy. Carefully ignite the brandy with a match, and shake the skillet until the flame is extinguished. Squeeze the lemon juice over the cheese and serve from the skillet along with crusty bread. Serves 6 to 8.