HALLOUMI SAGANAKI

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Halloumi is pan-fried in olive oil and finished with fresh lemon juice and dried oregano for a tangy, salty, and savory meze. Serve with crusty bread for mopping up the pan juices.

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (8.8 ounce) package halloumi cheese, cut into 8 slices
1 large lemon, juiced, or more to taste
2 pinches dried oregano

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet big enough to fit all halloumi slices.
  • Once oil is hot but not smoking, add halloumi. Cook until well browned on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until browned, about 3 minutes. Pour lemon juice over browned halloumi and let reduce slightly.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle with oregano. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 687 mg

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