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Smoked provoleta cheese with chimichurri and fresh oregano in an authentic provoleta pan.

Argentinian Grilled Provoleta Cheese

Carne Diem Culinary
Provoleta is an Argentinian cheese specialty. This cheese appetizer is seasoned with chimichurri or fresh oregano and then grilled until melted, browned and bubbly. It is the perfect was to kick off your asado or outdoor BBQ.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Argentinian, South American, Uruguayan
Servings 4
Calories 231 kcal

Equipment

  • Small cast iron pan or provoletera pan

Ingredients
  

  • 8 Ounces Provoleta cheese or Sharp Provolone
  • 1 Tablespoon Chimichurri optional
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Oregano

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your grill or oven to 425-450 degrees. If using a grill, set up for indirect heat.
  • Cube the provoleta into about 1 inch cubes. Lightly oil the bottom of a small cast iron pan or each circle of a provoleta pan with olive oil, use a small amount of chimichurri sauce.
  • Cook the provoleta until the cheese is melted. If using a cast iron pan, carefully flip the cheese. Optionally, top the cheese with a little fresh oregano. Continue to cook for 3-5 more minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  • Carefully remove and place on a trivit. Serve with bread and use a fork to pick up pieces of the grilled provoleta cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 15gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 412mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 507IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 437mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheese, chimichurri, grilled, Oregano
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