Greek Fried Cheese (Saganaki)

GreekVegetarianEasy30 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 each egg, well beaten
  • 1 tsp flour
  • 0.5 lb kasseri cheese*, sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 tbsp brandy

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the butter in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat.

  2. 2

    Beat the egg and flour together, and dip the cheese slices into the mixture.

  3. 3

    Fry until well browned on both sides.

  4. 4

    Remove from the heat and add the brandy.

  5. 5

    Carefully ignite the brandy with a match, and shake the skillet until the flame is extinguished.

  6. 6

    Squeeze the lemon juice over the cheese and serve from the skillet along with crusty bread.

  7. 7

    Serves 6 to 8.

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