Saganaki

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat feta

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Ricotta provides a similar texture at a lower cost.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Maple syrup offers a similar sweetness profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a high smoke point.

Dip kealo cheese in a little water to help the flour stick

Dredge the cheese in flour, coating all sides

Dip the floured cheese in lightly beaten egg, ensuring all sides are covered

Return the cheese to the flour for a second coating

Heat a frying pan over medium-high flame for about a minute

Add a combination of butter and olive oil to the hot frying pan

Place the cheese in the frying pan and cook until a beautiful crust forms on the bottom

Flip the cheese once the bottom is golden brown and cook for a few more seconds until done

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fried cheese before serving

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