Tyri Saganaki sto Fourno: Oven Roasted Saganaki

Traditional food, Fried cheese, Mykonos, Greece
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  • 20 mins
  • Prep: 5 mins,
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yield: 1 slice (1 serving)
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By Nancy Gaifyllia

Updated 09/05/17

Fifteen minutes in the oven and these cheeses are transformed into hot savory mezethes, appetizers, or even side dishes. Feta and kasseri cheeses are most common (read down for kasseri).

A saganaki is a small, two-handled pan, which gives its name to these oven- or stove-to-table dishes that use it. In the market, look for small paella pans or small au gratin dishes.

What You'll Need

  • 1 slice of feta cheese (firm, approximately 1/2 inch thick)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Garnish: pepper (fresh ground)
  • Garnish: Greek oregano (dried)

How to Make It

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place the slice of feta cheese in a small oven-proof serving dish. Sprinkle the oregano over the cheese and add a grind of black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil. Cook for 12-15 minutes depending on the thickness of the cheese slice, and serve hot.

Alternatively, Try a Different Cheese

Ingredients

  • 1 slice of kasseri cheese, approximately 1/2 inch thick
  • a lemon wedge

Preparation

Place the slice of kasseri cheese in a small oven-proof serving dish and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes or until the top of the cheese bubbles. Serve straight from the oven, with a squeeze of lemon (see photo).

Note: Kasseri has a high oil content and does not need the addition of oil. When choosing a different cheese, add oil (as in the feta recipe) or not, depending on how oily the cheese is.

Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)
Calories 515
Total Fat 45 g
Saturated Fat 24 g
Unsaturated Fat 17 g
Cholesterol 134 mg
Sodium 1,376 mg
Carbohydrates 6 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Protein 21 g
(The nutrition information on our recipes is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. Individual results may vary.)