Greek Fried Cheese (Saganaki)
Source of Recipe
David
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
Greek Fried Cheese (Saganaki)
4 Tbs (60 ml) butter
1 egg, well beaten
1 tsp (5 ml) flour
1/2 lb (250 g) kasseri cheese*, sliced 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick
2 Tbs (30 ml) brandy
Juice of 1/2 lemonRecipe
*Available in finer supermarkets and Middle Eastern specialty shops.
Parmesan or Romano cheese may be substituted.
Heat the butter in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat.
Beat thex 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.
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