Fried Feta
Description
It works for both holidays and everyday meals. Saganaki is cheese fried in breading—an original and interesting dish. You can make saganaki on the grill or bake it in a skillet. You can prepare different cheeses this way: halloumi, feta, and others. The dish is very simple; it takes only 5–10 minutes. It can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare all the ingredients. Pat a piece of feta dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Beat the egg in a bowl with a pinch of salt.
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Step 2
2. Cut the piece of feta into 4 slices. Dip each slice in egg, then coat in breadcrumbs. Repeat this step twice. This will give you a double breading.
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Step 3
3. Pour vegetable oil into the skillet to a depth of about one finger. Heat the oil well and fry the prepared feta slices on both sides until golden brown.
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Step 4
4. Serve the hot fried feta with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.