Greek Feta Saganaki

tha ARTIST's Note:

Saganaki is a cheese-based Greek appetizer. The original Greek version is typically fried. The cheese is typically made from sheep’s milk. Delicious regional variations include the use of Formaella cheese in Arachova and cheese in Cyprus. In the United States, saganaki is made differently. Instead of being fried, the cheese is usually covered with Brandy extract, and set aflame at the table when served (typically with a shout of “Opa”). The cheese is then extinguished with the juice of a fresh-squeezed lemon and sometimes served with pita bread. The invention of the “Flaming Saganaki” is usually attributed to Chicago restaurateur Chris Liakouras. What we’re going to be making is a pan-fried version with slices of ripe tomatoes.

• Total Time: 10 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 2-8

Yield: 8.0 slices

• 8 ounces feta cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large tomatoes, sliced
• dried leaf basil, for decorational effect
• salt & pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Slice your feta into small squares, about 2×4 inches- you should be able to get 8 slices out of the 8 ounces.
2. In a small bowl- beat egg with oregano. Dip each slice of feta in egg, shake of excess and coat with flour till evenly covered.
3. In a large frying pan- heat olive oil over medium heat. Quickly cook cheese in oilve oil, until golden on both sides. Pat dry with paper towels.
4. Arrange feta on a large (& pretty) plate with thick tomato slices, season with S & P, garnish with basil.
5. Enjoy!

Reviews

[Tea Girl]

Great recipe. It is more like the feta saganaki that you get here in Germany than what you get in the US. It is gooey and flavourful. I squeezed some lemon over mine. In this sort of recipe, the quality of the cheese is very important so pick a good quality sheep's feta cheese to get the best results!

[Katanashrp]

Wow! When I first saw this recipe I knew it was going to be great, but it was not. It was fantastic!!! No more boring Caprese salads. This was simple, impressive and original. I would have given it 10 stars if I could! Thank you