Greek Saganaki Recipe | Opa! Flaming Cheese

Kefalotyri

🥗Healthier: Feta

💰Cheaper: Halloumi

Feta is lower in fat and Halloumi is more accessible.

flame-proof alcohol

🥗Healthier: none

💰Cheaper: none

Alcohol is essential for flambéing.

Choose kefalotiri cheese from a cheese emporium.

Place 1 cup of flour on a plate and add a little salt.

Prepare a bowl of cool water.

Dip the cheese in flour on all sides, then dip it in water, repeating this process three times.

Shake off excess flour and place on a side plate.

Heat 6 to 7 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a skillet until hot.

Test the oil by dropping a little flour in; it should sizzle when ready.

Carefully add the cheese to the skillet, placing it away from you to avoid splashes.

Cook for 2 minutes on high heat without touching it.

After 2 minutes, carefully flip the cheese and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown on both sides.

Remove the cheese from the skillet and place it on a plate.

Heat a couple ounces of Brandy until hot, then pour it over the cheese and light it for flambé.

Squeeze lemon over the cheese for decoration before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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