Description
Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey are crispy, golden brown feta strips coated in flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs, pan-fried to perfection. Finished with a sweet and spicy chili-infused honey drizzle, this appetizer offers a delightful combination of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and spicy flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Feta Rolls
- 1 block feta cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Chili Honey
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Feta: Cut the block of feta cheese into rectangular strips, ensuring they are about 1/2 inch thick for even frying and easy handling.
- Coat the Feta: Dredge each feta strip first in all-purpose flour, then dip it thoroughly into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it evenly with bread crumbs. This triple coating ensures a crispy exterior once fried.
- Fry the Feta Rolls: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until hot. Carefully place the coated feta strips into the oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Prepare Chili Honey: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and chili flakes. Warm gently while stirring until the chili flakes infuse the honey, creating a spicy-sweet syrup. Do not boil.
- Serve: Drizzle the prepared chili honey over the hot, crispy feta rolls just before serving to add a perfect balance of sweetness and heat.
Notes
- You can substitute bread crumbs with panko for an extra crispy texture.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to make the chili honey milder or spicier according to your taste.
- Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like vegetable or canola oil, for frying.
- Drain the fried rolls on paper towels to remove excess oil for a less greasy appetizer.
- This recipe is best served immediately while the rolls maintain their crunch.
