SAGANAKI (GREEK FLAMING CHEESE)

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Absolute delicious appetizer and simple to make at home. Greek cheese is Kasseri, but you can substitute with a chunk of provolone...perfect

Provided by Monika Rosales

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 oz kasseri cheese or provolone
1/4 c flour
1/2 large lemon
1 oz brandy
water
1 tsp olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Dip the block of cheese in water to moisten.
  • 2. lightly cover all side with the flour.
  • 3. In a sauté pan drizzle with olive oil, and fry about 2-3 mins on each side on medium heat...till brown and crusty.
  • 4. Turn off heat..pull pan aside, pour the brandy around the cheese and carefully set on fire with a match or a long lighter...simply turn off with the squeeze of the lemon. Enjoy your flaming Greek cheese! OPA

Shazia Naaz
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The cheese is perfectly crispy and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jayley Fernandez
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the crispy cheese and the tangy sauce. I usually serve it with some rice and vegetables.


Anish Bista
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The cheese was a bit too rubbery for my taste.


Jorneil Piloton
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the crispy cheese and the tangy sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Coral Stevens
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste.


Puzzled Gaming
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This was my first time making saganaki and it turned out great! The cheese was perfectly crispy and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Alla Naimi
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I usually serve it with some pita bread and vegetables.


saxardid yonis
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The cheese was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.


Hhh Hhh
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This was a bit too salty for my taste.


Jehad Khan
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The cheese is cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I served it with some rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Anar Khan
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Wow! This dish was amazing. The cheese was gooey and melted perfectly, and the lemon-oregano sauce was tangy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sabita Kandel
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This was absolutely delicious! The cheese was crispy and flavorful, and the lemon-oregano sauce was the perfect complement. I served it with some grilled vegetables and pita bread, and it was a hit with my family.