directions
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1
Cut olives into slivers and set aside
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2
Juice one lemon and cut the second lemon into 6 wedges
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3
Using the cheese knife, cut the cheese into 1/2-inch thick slices
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4
Place cheese slices in water
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5
Place flour on a plate and heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet until hot
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6
Remove cheese from water and dredge in flour
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7
Add to oil and fry in a single layer until golden and crusty, turning with a fork, about 1 to 2 minutes per side
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8
The cheese should be soft but not melting
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9
Transfer cheese to a platter and drizzle with lemon juice
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10
Sprinkle with oregano and pepper and serve with lemon wedges.
GREEK SAGANAKI
ingredients
- 12 pitted Kalamata olives
- 2 lemons
- 1-1/2 pounds Greek Kefalotyri or Italian
- Fontinella cheese
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup flour
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper