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Pistachio-Crusted Saganaki Bites

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Pistachio-Crusted Saganaki Bites

Saganaki

  1. Hot Appetizers

Prep: 15 min • Cook: 8 min. Crispy, golden-brown bites of pan-fried Kasseri cheese, generously coated in finely crushed pistachios, offering a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. Served with a light and zesty lemon-dill aioli for a sophisticated appetizer perfect for any gathering.

Preparation time
15 min
Cooking time
8 min
Total time
23 min
Servings
15
Course
Appetizer
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

Saganaki Bites

  • 1lb kasseri cheese(cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1 cup pistachios(shelled, finely crushed)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 pcs large eggs(lightly beaten)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil(for frying)

Lemon-Dill Aioli

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill(finely chopped)
  • 1 cup garlic(minced)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the Aioli

  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon zest, finely chopped fresh dill, minced garlic, and tablespoon of lemon juice. Stir until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Prepare the Saganaki Bites

  1. Place the finely crushed pistachios on a plate or shallow dish. Place the all-purpose flour on another plate. Lightly beat the eggs in a third shallow dish.
  2. Dredge each Kasseri cheese cube first in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip into the beaten eggs, ensuring it's fully coated. Finally, press the cheese cube into the crushed pistachios, coating all sides evenly.
  3. Repeat the flour-egg-pistachio coating for all cheese cubes.

Pan-Fry the Saganaki

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Carefully place the pistachio-crusted cheese cubes into the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to fry in batches.
  3. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side, until the pistachio crust is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is softened and slightly melted.
  4. Remove the saganaki bites from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Serve

  1. Arrange the warm pistachio-crusted saganaki bites on a serving platter. Serve immediately with the chilled lemon-dill aioli for dipping.

Nutrition

Servings
15
Serving size (imperial)
1 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (15 servings)
Calories120.5 kcal425 kcal1,807.5 kcal
Protein4.1 g14.5 g61.5 g
Fat9.8 g34.6 g147 g
Carbs3.5 g12.4 g52.5 g

Tips

  • Ensure pistachios are finely crushed for an even coating on cheese cubes.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to ensure a crispy crust.
  • Serve immediately after frying for the best texture and melted cheese.

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