Saganaki Flambe
Ignite your taste buds with the show-stopping flair of Saganaki Flambé, a classic Greek appetizer that combines bold flavors with a touch of theatricality. This irresistible dish features a golden-crusted slice of Kasseri, Kefalograviera, or Halloumi cheese, perfectly pan-fried to achieve a crunchy exterior and gooey center. The highlight? A dramatic flambé moment where brandy or ouzo is ignited, creating a sizzling spectacle that's as entertaining as it is delicious. Finished with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of black pepper, this savory masterpiece is best served hot with warm pita or crusty bread for dipping. Ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a taste of the Mediterranean, this easy 10-minute recipe will transport you straight to a Greek taverna.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Kasseri, Kefalograviera, or Halloumi cheese
- 60 grams All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 30 milliliters Brandy or Ouzo
- 1 pinch Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 2 pieces Pita bread or crusty bread
Instructions
Slice the cheese into a 1/2-inch thick piece, ensuring it remains intact. Pat the cheese dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Spread the flour on a plate and evenly coat the cheese on all sides. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Carefully add the cheese to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes on one side, until a golden-brown crust forms. Flip and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until crisp and golden.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Carefully pour the brandy or ouzo over the cheese.
Using a long lighter or a match, ignite the liquor to flambé the cheese. Once the flame burns out (after a few seconds), squeeze the lemon juice over the cheese to enhance the flavor and extinguish any residual heat.
Season the Saganaki with a pinch of black pepper, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately with warm pita bread or crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.0 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.9 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2075 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 67.4 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1542 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 366 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.
