Pan Fried White Brined Cheese (saganaki)

Ingredients

• 1 large slice of salty, brined white cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large lemon wedge

Steps

1. Heat a small frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. While the pan heats, cut the cheese into slices of the desired size and thickness.
3. Note that thicker slices take longer to melt through and may burn, while thinner ones have less chance to brown.
4. Optionally, dredge the slices in flour for a darker, crispier crust and less spitting.
5. Add the oil to the hot pan and swirl it around.
6. Wait until the oil shimmers and becomes more fluid to know it is ready.
7. Add the cheese and step back, as it will spit due to the brine-water on the cheese.
8. Flip the cheese after a minute or two.
9. Cook each ¾-centimeter slice about 1–2 minutes per side.
10. Serve immediately, with lemon and, optionally, bread.