fried cheese saganaki

Preparation

Fried cheese saganaki is a preparation from Greece with easy difficulty. Reserve about 18 minutes in total (10 for mise en place and preparation, 8 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.

1. 1

   Cut the cheese into rectangular portions of 1

   5cm thick

2. 2

   Lightly moisten each piece in cold water and coat in flour…

   Lightly moisten each piece in cold water and coat in flour, pressing well

3. 3

   Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat

4. 4

   Fry the cheese for 2 minutes per side until golden brown and melted in the center

   Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later

   • 2 min

   Start 2 min
5. 5

   Drain on absorbent paper and transfer to a hot plate

6. 6

   Squeeze lemon generously and sprinkle oregano and pepper

7. 7

   Serve immediately with hot pita before the cheese hardens