Gluten-Free Saganaki
Indulge in the savory delight of Gluten-Free Saganaki, a classic Greek appetizer reimagined for gluten-free diets! This quick and easy recipe features crispy, golden-brown slices of Kefalotyri or Kasseri cheese, delicately dredged in gluten-free flour and pan-fried to perfection in rich extra virgin olive oil. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley and black pepper add a vibrant, zesty finish to this irresistible dish. Perfect as a starter or a shared plate, Gluten-Free Saganaki is ready in just 20 minutes and bursting with Mediterranean flavor. Impress your guests with this gluten-free twist on a traditional Greek favorite, served warm and melty for an authentic taste of the Aegean.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Kefalotyri cheese (or Kasseri cheese if unavailable)
- 50 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 unit Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Slice the Kefalotyri (or Kasseri) cheese into a block about 1 cm thick.
Spread the gluten-free all-purpose flour on a plate.
Dredge the cheese slice in the flour, ensuring that it is well-coated on all sides. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat until it begins to shimmer.
Carefully place the floured cheese slice into the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until a golden-brown crust forms.
Once cooked, remove the cheese from the pan and place it on a serving plate.
Squeeze the lemon over the fried cheese and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and black pepper.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon wedges for an added burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.9 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.1 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2407 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1436 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 358 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
