THE FIRE-STUNG CHEESE DISK

(Our Play on Greek Saganaki with a Chili Twist)

THE FIRE-STUNG CHEESE DISK

Ingredients: 200g Graviera or Kefalotyri cheese (2cm slab), 30g Flour, 1 tsp Chili flakes, 50g Butter, 50ml Ouzo or Brandy, 1 Lemon (juiced), Fresh Oregano...

Ingredients

  • 200g Graviera or Kefalotyri cheese (2cm slab)
  • 30g Flour
  • 1 tsp Chili flakes
  • 50g Butter
  • 50ml Ouzo or Brandy
  • 1 Lemon (juiced)
  • Fresh Oregano

Cooking Method

  1. The Coat Dip the cheese slab in water, then dredge in flour mixed with chili flakes.
  2. The Scorch Fry in butter on high heat until the exterior is a rock-hard charred gold.
  3. The Bloom Add the Ouzo to the pan; carefully ignite. The flames will release the aniseed and chili oils into the crust.
  4. The Marriage Extinguish with lemon juice; the liquid will form a thick, spicy citrus silk.
  5. The Final Flourish Top with raw fresh oregano and serve screaming hot.

Cuisine: Balkan

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