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Provoleta

Grilled provolone cheese that gets crispy on the outside and melty inside. The ultimate asado appetizer.

Prep: 2 min
Cook: 8 min
Serves: 4 servings
Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 round of provoleta cheese (about 200g)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Crusty bread for serving

Instructions

  1. 1Place a cast iron skillet on the grill over medium heat.
  2. 2Once hot, add the cheese round.
  3. 3Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy.
  4. 4Carefully flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5Sprinkle with oregano and red pepper flakes.
  6. 6Drizzle with olive oil.
  7. 7Serve immediately with crusty bread while still bubbling.

Pro Tips

  • 💡Use provoleta specifically—regular provolone is too soft
  • 💡The cheese should puff up and get a nice crust
  • 💡Don't skip the oregano—it's essential
  • 💡Eat it while it's hot or it becomes rubbery

Perfect Pairing

Wine

Sparkling wine or white wine

Serve With

  • Crusty bread
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Olives
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