Tangy Greek Saganaki Cheese with Lemon Honey Drizzle

Name: Tangy Greek Saganaki Cheese with Lemon Honey Drizzle
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Kefalotyri or Graviera Cheese; All-purpose Flour; Olive Oil; Honey; Lemon Juice; Lemon Zest; Fresh Oregano Leaves; Lemon Wedges

A crispy, golden cheese delight with a sweet-tangy finish

Savor a taste of Greece with this delicious saganaki made with firm cheese and topped with a luscious lemon honey drizzle.

30 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Saganaki

Kefalotyri or Graviera Cheese

200 g, cut into 1 cm thick slices

All-purpose Flour

1 cup

Olive Oil

2 tbsp

For the Lemon Honey Drizzle

Honey

2 tbsp

Lemon Juice

1 tbsp

Lemon Zest

Zest of 1 lemon

For Garnishing

Fresh Oregano Leaves

1 tsp

Lemon Wedges

From 1 lemon

Preparation

Preparing the Cheese

Rinse the cheese

Rinse the cheese slices under cold water to moisten.

Use a firm cheese like kefalotyri or graviera for best results in holding its shape.

Coat with flour

Coat the cheese slices evenly in flour, shaking off excess.

Ensure cheese is thoroughly floured to prevent sticking to the pan.

Rest the cheese

Set aside and let them firm up while you prepare the drizzle.

Making the Lemon Honey Drizzle

Combine ingredients

In a small saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, and zest.

Heat the mixture

Heat on low, stirring occasionally until well combined.

Cool to thicken

Remove from heat and let it cool to thicken slightly.

Serve the lemon honey drizzle at room temperature to bring out the flavors.

Cooking Process

Cook the cheese

Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Carefully add the cheese slices, frying until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Drizzle the sauce

Once the cheese is done, remove from heat and drizzle generously with the prepared lemon honey sauce.

Garnish and serve

Top with fresh oregano leaves and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Plating & Serving