Provoleta
Serves 6
Provoleta is a delicious, gooey molten cheese served on grilled bread as an appetizer—it's Argentina's version of queso fundido. Traditionally, it's heated directly on a hot grill, which can be a little tricky. Keep it simple by melting cheese in a cast iron pan.
Ingredients
- 1 slice provolone, 1-inch thick (about 8 ounces)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- 12 grilled baguette slices (about 1/2-inch thick)
- OPTIONAL (for serving):
- Chimichurri
Directions
- Place a small cast iron skillet on a grill or stovetop over medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes. The pan should be very hot.
- Brush cheese on both sides with oil. Carefully place cheese in hot skillet. Sprinkle with half the oregano. Cook 2 minutes or until bottom browns.
- Carefully flip cheese over and sprinkle with remaining oregano and red pepper flakes. Cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melty.
- Serve provoleta on toasted bread with chimichurri.
- OVEN METHOD:
- Warm skillet in oven at 400°F for 5 minutes. Carefully remove hot skillet and brush with oil. Add cheese, oregano, and pepper flakes. Return to oven. Bake until cheese is melted, 8 to 10 minutes. Broil to brown the top.
Nutrition
Amount Per Serving (based on 6 servings)- Calories: 410
- Fat: 0.0 g
- Saturated Fat: 10.0 g
- Trans Fat: 0.0 g
- Cholesterol: 40.0 mg
- Sodium: 910.0 mg
- Carbohydrates: 26.0 g
- Fiber: 1.0 g
- Added Sugars: 0.0 g
- Sugar: 0.0 g
- Protein: 18.0 g