Toasted Feta

This Toasted Feta is crispy on the outside and warm and creamy on the inside. It can be served as a party appetizer or on top of salads. Enjoy!

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We are always looking for ways to include feta in recipes. The tangy flavor and crumbly texture are a favorite here in our house. To be fair, most of the feta around here goes into salads. Feta in a mixed greens salad – especially with cranberries and toasted pecans – is something special! Recently I went on a hunt for new ways to use feta in recipes at home.

The result? Toasted Feta. Toasted Feta is essentially small blocks of feta cheese that have been battered and fried. You end up with bite-sized pieces of feta that are super crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. SO good! Fried feta can be served as a fun appetizer, or it can be served on top of Greek salads. Think croutons…but way better!

Toasted Feta

Making Toasted Feta cubes at home is really not that difficult. Sure, you’re dealing with oil and frying, but I used a saucepan to keep things easy. (Since the feta cubes are small, a saucepan still provides plenty of room for frying.)

Once fried, the feta becomes softer and slightly creamy. Think mozzarella sticks…but with feta cheese instead! It’s a fun way to elevate an already delicious cheese. Serving Toasted Feta at a party would certainly catch everyone’s attention…at least until the plate is empty!

Ingredients

• Feta Cheese. The key to making Toasted Feta is using a whole block of feta cheese. Crumbled feta won’t work well for this recipe, so buy the whole block and cut it into cubes at home.
• Flour. Tossing the cubed feta in flour helps absorb some of the extra moisture from the cheese. This leads to a crispier crust once it’s fried. The flour also helps the egg mixture stick.
• Egg and Milk. Once the feta has been tossed in flour, dip each cube into a mixture of egg and milk. This will help the bread crumbs stick to the cubes.
• Panko Bread Crumbs, Parmesan Cheese, Dried Oregano and Dried Basil. Lastly, dip each cube in a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan and dried herbs. Panko bread crumbs are the best choice here as they will lead to extra crispy cubes of toasted feta.
• Oil (for frying). I used canola oil, but vegetable oil or peanut oil are also good options when frying.

Toasted Feta is a whole new way (at least for us) of enjoying a favorite cheese. It can be served warm or at room temperature. Just don’t be surprised when you turn around and the plate is empty! Cubes of toasted feta are especially tasty in salads or mixed with roasted veggies as a side dish.

How to Store Leftovers

Leftover fried feta should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat the cubes in a 300°F oven or toaster oven for 6-8 minutes, or until warmed through.

If you’re looking for a unique and tasty party appetizer, then give this Toasted Feta a try! The combination of the crispy crust with the creamy feta in the middle is absolutely delicious. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do here. Cheers!

Did you make this Toasted Feta recipe at home? Leave a comment, or snap a photo and tag me (@Spicedblog) on Instagram. I’d love to see your version!

Toasted Feta

This Toasted Feta is crispy on the outside and warm and creamy on the inside. It can be served as a party appetizer or on top of salads. Enjoy!

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 9 servings

Calories: 114kcal

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Ingredients

• 1 8-oz. block feta cheese
• 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 1 Tbsp milk
• ¾ cup Panko bread crumbs
• 4 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese divided
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp dried basil
• canola oil for frying
• {for garnish} chopped Italian parsley

Instructions

• Cut feta into (9) 1” cubes. Cut each cube in half horizontally. Set feta aside.
• Using a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
• Using a separate shallow bowl, add Panko bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, oregano and basil; stir until well combined.
• Using a third shallow bowl, add flour.
• Dip feta into the flour, then into the egg mixture and then into the breadcrumb mixture. (Tip: Make sure all sides of cube get coated with each mixture.)
• Using a deep cast iron skillet or Dutch oven, add 1” of vegetable oil. Heat over medium-high heat until oil reaches 375°F.
• Fry feta cubes for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer feta to a paper-towel lined plate. Repeat as needed until all cubes are fried.
• Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and the remaining 2 Tbsp of Parmesan cheese before serving.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.

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