FRIED CHEESE: SAGANAKI

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 16m

Yield 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound kasseri cheese, sliced 1/2-inch thick (use feta as alternative)
1 cup flour
1/4 cup olive oil
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
Lemon wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Dredge the cheese slices in flour, tap off any excess. Chill while oil heats.
  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat oil over high heat, add the cheese slices and saute until golden brown on all sides, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Keep warm in oven while finishing next batches. Transfer cheese to platter, season with pepper, sprinkle with parsley, and finish with squeeze of lemon.

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