Saganaki

🛒 Ingredients

• Kefalotyri or Graviera Cheese (or similar hard, salty Greek cheese) 100 g · 380 kcal
• All-purpose flour 5 g · 18 kcal
• Olive oil 15 g · 130 kcal
• Lemon 10 g · 3 kcal
• Ouzo or Brandy (for flambé, optional) 15 g · 42 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Slice the Kefalotyri or Graviera cheese into a 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick piece, ensuring it is uniform for even cooking.
2. Dredge the cheese slice thoroughly in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Heat olive oil in a small, heavy-bottomed pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4. Carefully place the floured cheese into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until deeply golden brown and crispy.
5. For flambé, carefully pour ouzo or brandy over the hot cheese, ignite with a long match or lighter, and exclaim "Opa!" (optional). Let the flames subside completely.
6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the saganaki immediately and serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.