Best 6 Provoleta Grilled Provolone Cheese Recipes

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When it comes to grilled cheese, provolone is a great choice. It has a slightly salty, nutty flavor that pairs well with other ingredients, and it melts beautifully. But if you're looking for a truly unique grilled cheese experience, you need to try provoleta. Provoleta is a type of provolone cheese that is grilled until it is melted and bubbly. It is often served as an appetizer or main course, and it can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as herbs, vegetables, or meat. If you are new to provoleta, you are in for a treat. This delicious cheese is a great way to enjoy a grilled cheese sandwich.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PROVOLETA (GRILLED PROVOLONE CHEESE)



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In Argentina, a thick slice of provoleta, a provolone-type cheese, is cooked over coals until browned and bubbling, then served as a mouthwatering appetizer with bread. It's a bit like fondue or queso fundido but not quite as molten and melty. Typically, a large meal, or asado, of grilled sweetbreads, sausages and various cuts of beef follows, but provoleta makes a great snack with drinks, regardless of what you serve afterward. For ease of preparation, provoleta can be cooked in a cast-iron pan, under the broiler or baked in a hot oven. If you want success at cooking provoleta the traditional way, directly on the grill, leave the cheese uncovered at room temperature for several hours or overnight to dry the exterior a bit. A dab of chimichurri salsa is usually served alongside.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     brunch, dinner, lunch, weekday, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
2 or 3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Large pinch of crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons cold water
8 ounces provolone cheese, sliced at least 1 inch thick
1 tablespoon roughly chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 baguette, sliced in 1/2-inch rounds, toasted, if desired

Steps:

  • Make the chimichurri: In a small bowl, stir together the parsley, oregano, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper, crushed red pepper, vinegar and water. Thin with a little more water, if necessary, to make a pourable sauce. Set aside to let flavors meld. Sauce may be prepared up to 1 hour in advance.
  • Set a small cast-iron pan over medium-high heat (or over hot coals). When pan is hot, put in the cheese. Sprinkle with half the oregano and crushed red pepper.
  • Cook for about 2 minutes, until the bottom begins to brown. Carefully flip the cheese with a spatula and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, until the second side is browned and the cheese is beginning to ooze. Transfer cheese to a plate and sprinkle with remaining oregano and crushed red pepper. Serve immediately, accompanied with bread and chimichurri. (Alternatively, finish the cheese by putting it under the broiler or in a hot oven.)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 439, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 637 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

AWESOME PROVOLETA- GRILLED PROVOLONE CHEESE- IS QUICK AND EASY



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Could anything be simpler? Here is a hot appetizer of Uruguayan-style, melted cheese. This is one of the best and easy to prepare Uruguay recipes and it is ready in a few minutes. Here we use a broiler (grill) to cook the Provolone. You can also cook on the stove top or BBQ grill.

Provided by Compass & Fork

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 slices provolone cheese (round, 1/2 inch (1.25cm) thick)
Italian herb mix

Steps:

  • Pre-heat broiler (grill) to high. Place provolone cheese slices in a cast iron pan or an oven-safe dish. Depending on the size of your dish these may need to be cooked 1 slice at a time. Sprinkle liberally with Italian herb mix.
  • When broiler is hot, place the cast iron pan or dish under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese melts and starts turning golden.
  • Enjoy!

GRILLED PROVOLETA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound provolone, in 1 whole round slice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
Bread slices
Chimichurri, recipe follows
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon aji molido (Argentine ground pepper), or ground sweet pepper
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley leaves
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
Pinch coarse sea salt
1/4 cup malt vinegar, or white vinegar
1 cup canola/olive oil blend

Steps:

  • Heat grill to 400 degrees F.
  • Drizzle cheese with a touch of olive oil. Place cheese on the grill for 45 seconds. Flip the cheese and grill for another 45 seconds. Transfer cheese to a small round baking dish. Sprinkle with oregano and crushed red pepper. Serve immediately, using small knives to spread the cheese mixture onto bread slices. Drizzle Chimichurri sauce over.
  • Place garlic, aji molido, parsley, chili flakes, and salt in the bowl of a food processor and puree until well ground. With the machine running, add vinegar and slowly pour in oil; process until emulsified. Transfer to a deep jar. The sauce can be kept, covered, for up to 3 months in the refrigerator.

SOPPRESSATA AND PROVOLONE GRILLED CHEESE



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Cured meats can add an intense salty and meaty kick to a grilled cheese. Chopping the soppressata and folding it into the cheese gives you an even mix of both in every bite.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 slices spicy or plain soppressata (about 2 ounces), diced
12 slices provolone (about 6 ounces), diced
Eight 1/4-inch-thick slices semolina bread
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon fig jam or mostarda, for serving

Steps:

  • Mix together the soppressata and cheese in a medium bowl. Lay out 4 slices of the bread on a work surface and divide the meat and cheese mixture evenly among the bread, about 1/3 cup each. Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread. Thinly and evenly spread the butter on both sides of the bread using about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter for each sandwich.
  • Place 2 sandwiches into a medium skillet over medium heat. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the bread is evenly golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip, cover again and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is visibly melted, about 2 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining sandwiches. Serve with fig jam on the side.

GRILLED PROVOLONE OR PROVOLETA CHEESE



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Grilled Provolone Cheese From LCBO Food & Drink Magazine Provoleta is a traditional Argentinian cheese. It has a texture that allows it to be barbecued. Using provolone gives the same taste but cannot be used on the barbecue and must be cooked in a nonstick pan instead. The weight of the cheese in the ingredients is an estimate. Try to get two 1/4" thick rounds of the cheese.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Ham

Time 8m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 lb provolone cheese (2 rounds, 1/4 inch thick) or 3/4 lb proveleta cheese (2 rounds, 1/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
6 slices serrano ham

Steps:

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Brush cheese with olive oil and fry for 45 seconds to 1 minute or until a brown crust has formed on the bottom and the cheese has begun to melt all over.
  • Let pan sit off heat for 2 minutes or until cheese has cooled enough to remove from pan in 1 piece.
  • Slide cheese out of pan and flip over so that browned crust is on top.
  • Sprinkle with oregano and pepper.
  • Serve with Serrano ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.5, Fat 19.7, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 39.3, Sodium 499.3, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 14.6

PROVOLETA (GRILLED PROVOLONE CHEESE)



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Fom "Seven Fires" Argentine grilling book by Francis Mallmann. My husband liked this a lot, but it was the only animal protein at dinner and he could live on cheese alone. I liked it, but it won't work as a spread on bread. I preferred it the following day sliced thin as a snack. It's a lot like grilled halloumi cheese, but Provolone is easier to find. You could use one tablespoon dried oregaano instead.

Provided by zeldaz51

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 ounces provolone cheese (1 inch thick slice)
3 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, preferably small ones
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat a cast iron griddle over low heat until a drop of water sizzles on the surface.
  • Sprinkle the cheese with half the oregano and half the pepper flakes, then put it on the griddle, seasoned side down.
  • Cook for about 2 minutes, until you see the bottom starting to brown and melt, then turn it ov er with a wide spatula and cook until the second side starts to brown and the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with the remainig oregano and pepper flakes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 39.2, Sodium 497.9, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 14.6

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality provolone cheese.
  • If you can't find provolone cheese, you can substitute another type of hard cheese, such as Parmesan or Romano.
  • Use a grill pan or cast iron skillet to cook the provolone cheese. This will help to create a nice, crispy crust.
  • Cook the provolone cheese over medium heat. This will help to prevent it from burning.
  • Once the provolone cheese is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Serve the provolone cheese with your favorite toppings, such as grilled vegetables, roasted peppers, or fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Provoleta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are a fan of cheese or not, you are sure to enjoy this dish.

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