SAGANAKI (FLAMING GREEK CHEESE) OOMPA! DANGEROUS AND DELICIOUS!
I love to make this appetizer and when I find a good Greek cheese, you can bet it is on my menu! This is a very impressive appetizer. If you can not find a good Greek cheese as listed, you can also use Romano, but the Greek cheeses are great if available. You can get about a 1/2 lb chunk, or however big you need it to serve per...
Provided by Deb Crane
Categories Other Snacks
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Heat thin layer of olive oil in frying pan (until tiny bubbles begin to rise)
- 2. Beat egg and milk together. Dip cheese in egg mixture and then into flour.
- 3. Fry until golden brown (appox. 3-5 minutes per side)
- 4. Place on a metal plate. Bring over to your guests who will be wowed. :) Pour the brandy over the cheese and light it as you say Oompa! (Careful, it flames up high!) To put out flame, squeeze lemon over the cheese after the flames settle a bit. Bon Appetit!
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Nawab Baloch
[email protected]This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The cheese is perfectly crispy and the lemon and herbs add a delicious flavor.
Kellary Costa
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The flaming presentation is sure to impress your guests.
Nicole Hubbard
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flaming presentation is always a hit.
Tenoch Martinez
[email protected]This was my first time making saganaki and it was a bit tricky, but the results were worth it. The cheese was perfectly crispy and the lemon and herbs added a delicious flavor.
Erentie Kapambwe
[email protected]I love the crispy texture of the cheese and the tangy flavor of the lemon. This dish is always a hit with my guests.
crazy people comdey
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover cheese.
md Liton Ahamed
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of cheese, but I'm glad I did. The cheese was surprisingly delicious and the lemon and herbs balanced out the flavor perfectly.
Motto Queen
[email protected]This dish is always a hit at parties. I love the way the cheese melts and bubbles when you set it on fire.
Biraj Khadka
[email protected]I've tried several saganaki recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cheese is perfectly crispy and the lemon and herbs add the perfect amount of flavor.
Ahmed Jafaar
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create something truly special.
Suvash Sada
[email protected]This was my first time making saganaki and it turned out great! The cheese was perfectly crispy and the lemon and herbs added a nice touch.
Mahmoud Olliek
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family. The flaming presentation is always a crowd-pleaser.
Gerhard Fortuin
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The cheese was perfectly golden brown and melted, and the lemon and herbs added a delicious flavor.
Danny Selaelo
[email protected]Saganaki is a must-try for cheese lovers! The crispy, salty cheese pairs perfectly with the tangy lemon and the aromatic herbs.