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Fried Feta with Sesame and Spicy Honey

Fried Feta with Sesame and Spicy Honey: Quick & Irresistible

Fried Feta with Sesame and Spicy Honey is a quick, delicious appetizer that combines savory feta with sweet, spicy honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Feta Coating
  • 200 grams Feta Cheese Firm feta yields the best frying results.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 large Egg Can be replaced with a flax egg for a vegan version.
  • 2 tablespoons White Sesame Seeds Feel free to substitute with mixed seeds or omit for simplicity.
  • 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds Omit if you don’t have any.
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs You can use regular breadcrumbs as an alternative.
For Frying
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Use sunflower or canola oil if preferred.
For the Spicy Honey Drizzle
  • 1/2 cup Honey Substitute with maple syrup for a vegan twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Chipotle Pepper Red pepper flakes work in a pinch for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds Feel free to leave it out if it's not your thing.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves Dried thyme can stand in if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground is always best!
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Infuses depth into your honey sauce when grated.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used for a tangy twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Olive Oil (for honey) Helps to warm and incorporate the flavors beautifully.

Equipment

  • Nonstick Skillet
  • shallow plates
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your workspace with three shallow plates: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with sesame seeds and panko crumbs.
  2. Pat the feta dry, dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat generously with sesame and panko mix.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, aiming for 350°F.
  4. Fry the coated feta, turning gently, until golden and crisp, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  5. While frying, make the spicy honey glaze by heating olive oil and mixing in the remaining ingredients, stirring until warm.
  6. Serve the fried feta on a platter, drizzled with spicy honey, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor. Consider serving with crusty bread for a perfect appetizer experience.

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