Saganaki (Flaming Greek Cheese)

Saganaki (Flaming Greek Cheese)

Saganaki is a Greek appetizer made with fried kasseri cheese. Chef John's recipe includes flambéing the cheese for a show-stopping presentation!

Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
391 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Brush each side of kasseri cheese with water; dredge both sides in flour, making sure the surface is completely covered.
Step 2
Preheat a well-seasoned cast iron skillet on medium-high heat until smoking; pour in olive oil. Carefully place floured cheese in hot oil and cook until cheese begins to ooze and a golden-brown crust forms, about 2 minutes. Quickly flip cheese over with a spatula. Fry until the bottom is golden brown, about 30 seconds more.
Step 3
Remove from the heat and place skillet onto a napkin-lined plate. Pour brandy into the skillet over the cheese. Light the brandy using a fireplace lighter. Squeeze some lemon juice on top to extinguish the last few flames and garnish with parsley.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon water, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 (4 ounce) package kasseri cheese
  • 2 tablespoons brandy, at room temperature
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
  • 0.5 lemon, or to taste

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