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saganaki (greek flaming cheese)

(3 ratings)
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Recipe by
Monika Rosales
@THEDEVOTEDCOOK
Pembroke Pines, FL

Absolute delicious appetizer and simple to make at home. Greek cheese is Kasseri, but you can substitute with a chunk of provolone...perfect

(3 ratings)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For saganaki (greek flaming cheese)

  • 8 oz
    kasseri cheese or provolone
  • 1/4 c
    flour
  • 1/2 lg
    lemon
  • 1 oz
    brandy
  • water
  • 1 tsp
    olive oil

How To Make saganaki (greek flaming cheese)

  • 1
    Dip the block of cheese in water to moisten.
  • 2
    lightly cover all side with the flour.
  • 3
    In a sauté pan drizzle with olive oil, and fry about 2-3 mins on each side on medium heat...till brown and crusty.
  • 4
    Turn off heat..pull pan aside, pour the brandy around the cheese and carefully set on fire with a match or a long lighter...simply turn off with the squeeze of the lemon. Enjoy your flaming Greek cheese! OPA
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