Grilled Provolone Cheese
A rustic Argentine-style appetizer: thick provolone slices grilled until golden and melty, finished with fresh herbs. Perfect for the grill or a cast-iron skillet.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 8 oz provolone cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cut the 8 oz provolone into 4 thick slices, about 1 inch each. Brush both sides with the 1 tbsp olive oil.
- 2
Preheat a charcoal grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Grill the cheese slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown grill marks appear and the edges start to melt.
- 4
Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with the 1 tsp oregano, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Serve immediately with crusty bread or wooden skewers for picking up.
- 5
Optional: add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a squeeze of lemon before serving if you like.
Tools you’ll need
- Charcoal grill or cast-iron skillet
- Tongs
- Pastry brush
- Cutting board
- Knife
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