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!
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 114kcal
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.
Nutrition
Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 159IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 1mg
