Greek · PANTRYHOP RECIPE
Saganaki Fried Cheese
15 minutes · 4 servings · vegetarian
Saganaki is a famous Greek starter; this is the plain fried cheese version, without flambé.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz / 340 g kefalotyri or halloumi, sliced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 lemon wedges
Let’s make it
- Pat the cheese dry and lightly coat it in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the cheese 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden and hot through.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Serve smaller pieces for kids and pair with pita instead of extra lemon if they prefer it mild.
Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.
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