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Saganaki (Fried Cheese)

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7/10

Thick slab of hard cheese (kefalotyri or halloumi) pan-fried until golden and crispy, flambeed and served with lemon.

Vegetarian Small Plate & Appetizer Home Cook Friendly V Vegetarian N Nut-Free E Egg-Free

Why It Works

Hard, high-melting-point cheeses develop a golden Maillard crust without melting into the pan. The quick flambe with brandy adds dramatic smoky flavor.

Key Ingredients

kefalotyri or halloumi cheese flour olive oil lemon brandy

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