Fried Feta With Sesame & Honey

Fried feta cheese with honey being drizzled over top.

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Greek

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings: people

Calories: 204kcal

Author: Aleka Shunk

Fried feta cheese, encased in a crispy sesame seed crust, is a treat that balances the creamy, tangy feta with the sweet drizzle of honey. This irresistible combination of textures and flavors makes it a delightful Greek appetizer that's both savory and sweet!

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Equipment

Ingredients

8 oz. block of feta cheese
¼ cup cornstarch
1 egg
2-3 tablespoon sesame seeds, white or black
honey for drizzling

Instructions

Remove block of feta from package being careful not to break it.
Pour the cornstarch in one shallow bowl. The sesame seeds in another shallow bowl. And whisk the egg in another shallow bowl.
Coat the feta block in the cornstarch first making sure to cover completely. Then the egg. Finally the sesame seeds. Make sure it's nicely coated! Use more seeds if needed.
Preheat some oilve oil in a small cast iron skillet or nonstick skillet over medium heat.
When the oil is hot, add the feta cheese carefully using two forks.
Flip after 5 minutes or so or until a golden brown crust forms. You do not want to burn the seeds or brown them too quickly or your feta will not melt inside. Turn down the heat if needed.
Once a nice brown crust has formed, you can drain the block on a paper towel before transferring to a plate.
Drizzle with honey and serve hot with crackers and pita bread!

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Notes

If your feta hardens up, you can pop it in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or back in the oven while waiting for guests.

Consider serving honey on the side for guests to drizzle themselves.

Here is a honey drizzler and a mini cast iron skillet if you don't have one yet!!

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