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Greek Fried Cheese - Saganaki

Cuisine Greek
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 158kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 oz Kasseri
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • flour, for dredging
  • 1 lemon quartered for squeezing over Saganaki cheese
  • Greek Oregano to garnish Saganaki

Instructions

  • Prepare two shallow dishes; one with water, and the other with flour for dredging.
  • Dip the Kasseri cheese in the water.
  • Dredge the cheese into the flour, and shake off any excess.
  • Add vegetable oil to a frying pan. When the oil is properly heated, place the cheese into the pan. Fry for a few minutes on each side. The cheese should look golden.
  • Remove the Saganaki cheese from the frying pan and plate. Sprinkle some Greek oregano and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cheese. and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5oz | Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition Facts
Greek Fried Cheese - Saganaki
Amount Per Serving (1.5 oz)
Calories 158 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 42mg14%
Sodium 1mg0%
Potassium 37mg1%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin C 14mg17%
Calcium 7mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.