GREEK SAGANAKI

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Serve this pan-fried feta cheese with slices of ripe, red tomatoes and lemon.

Provided by Elizabeth Chorley

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces feta cheese
1 egg
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
freshly ground black pepper
2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Slice feta into 2x3/8 inch squares, about 8 slices. In a small bowl, beat the egg with the oregano. Dip each slice of feta in egg, shake off excess, and coat in flour.
  • Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Quickly cook cheese in olive oil until golden, turning once. Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Arrange feta on a plate with thick tomato slices, season with black pepper, and garnish with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 655.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Roni mridha
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Bill Newman
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cheese.


Nevaeh Brown
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I'm not a big fan of cheese, but I loved this recipe. The cheese was crispy and flavorful, and the lemon and oregano added a nice tang.


SLAYER7SIX
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This is a great recipe for a party. The cheese is a crowd-pleaser and the lemon and oregano add a nice touch.


Sabrina Frenier
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the cheese is always perfectly crispy.


Tanmay Tiwari
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This saganaki recipe is delicious! The cheese is perfectly crispy and the lemon and oregano add a great flavor. I highly recommend it.


Angeline McCann
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe, but I'm glad I did. The cheese was crispy and flavorful, and the lemon and oregano added a nice tang. I'll definitely be making this again.


Coco Pretty CC
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The cheese is cooked in no time, and the lemon and oregano add a lot of flavor.


K Reis
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I love this recipe! The cheese is so crispy and flavorful, and the lemon and oregano add a nice touch. I always serve it with some grilled pita bread and a salad.


Shab Mohammed
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This was my first time making saganaki, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the cheese was cooked perfectly.


Nepal Arbaj
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I've made this saganaki recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The cheese is always perfectly cooked, and the lemon and oregano add a great flavor.


Fann of shark puppets
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This saganaki recipe is a winner! The cheese was perfectly golden and crispy, and the lemon and oregano added a delicious tang. I served it with some grilled pita bread and a simple salad, and it was a perfect meal.