Greek Saganaki
Ingredients
The cheese
-
1
piece
Graviera cheese (4-6 oz, about ½ to ¾ inch thickness and 4 inches in width)
The coating and cooking
-
¼
cup
all-purpose flour
-
1
tbsp
olive oil
The flambé
-
2
tbsp
brandy or bourbon
-
½
lemon
lemon juice
For garnish
-
to taste
liquid honey
-
to taste
fresh thyme
For preparation
Instructions
- Brush each side of the cheese slice with water or run it quickly under water, then dredge in the flour, shaking off excess flour.
- Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until hot, then turn the heat to medium and pour in the olive oil.
- Add the cheese to the hot pan and cook until it begins to melt and forms a golden brown crust, about 2 minutes. Flip the cheese and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown on the other side.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and place it on a wooden cutting board.
- If desired, pour the bourbon or brandy over the cheese in the skillet and light it carefully with a long lighter. Squeeze some lemon juice over top after the flames extinguish.
- Serve the cheese in the pan or on a plate, drizzled with honey and garnished with fresh thyme if desired.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
2
Calories
488
Total fat
30.3g
Total carbohydrates
16.4g
Total protein
23g
Sodium
508.1mg
Cholesterol
78.1mg
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