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Provoleta

A sizzling Argentine cheese appetizer of thick-cut provolone grilled until golden and melted, finished with chimichurri. Simple, smoky, and utterly irresistible.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
24g
Provoleta
ArgentineappetizervegetariancheesegrilledLatin American

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Make chimichurri: Finely chop parsley, oregano, and garlic. Combine in a bowl with vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let sit 10 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Cut provolone into a 0.5-inch thick block or slab (about 3x4 inches). Pat dry with paper towels.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan over high heat until smoking hot.

  4. Step 4

    Place provolone block directly on the hot skillet. Cook without moving for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden and charred.

  5. Step 5

    Flip carefully and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until melted and charred.

  6. Step 6

    Transfer to a serving plate immediately. Generously spoon chimichurri over the hot cheese and serve right away with crusty bread.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch cast iron skillet or grill pan
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • paper towels
  • serving plate

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