Saganaki Opa Recipe • A Classic Greek Appetizer 🧀 - Episode 650

kefalotyri cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella cheese

Feta is lower in calories and easier to find.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable for frying.

Slice the kefalotyri cheese into ½-inch thick slices.

Immerse the cheese in cold water for a few seconds and hold it to remove excess water.

Dip the cheese in flour, ensuring it is well coated including the edges.

Remove any excess flour from the cheese.

In a small skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and heat until it reaches 350ºF.

Place the coated cheese in the skillet and fry for about 2 minutes or until golden brown.

Flip the cheese and fry for an additional 1 minute.

Pour in some Ouzo and ignite it to create a flame.

Squeeze lemon juice over the cheese and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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