Description
Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey are a delightful appetizer featuring crispy phyllo dough wrapped around a creamy feta cheese filling, enhanced with aromatic herbs and a spicy-sweet chili honey drizzle. Perfect for entertaining or as a flavorful snack, these rolls combine crunchy texture with a burst of tangy, spicy-sweet flavor from the drizzle.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Feta Rolls:
- 200g feta cheese, crumbled
- 6 sheets phyllo dough
- 3 tbsp olive oil, for brushing
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (oregano or thyme), chopped (optional)
For the Chili Honey Drizzle:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, crumble the feta cheese and mix in garlic powder and fresh herbs if using, to enhance flavor.
- Assemble the Rolls: Lay out phyllo dough sheets one at a time, brushing each sheet generously with olive oil. Place the feta mixture along the edge and roll up tightly, then brush the outside of each roll with more olive oil to promote crispiness.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Make the Chili Honey Drizzle: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey and chili flakes together. Once combined, stir in lemon juice and keep warm to pour over the rolls.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm chili honey generously over the baked feta rolls just before serving for a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
Notes
- Handle phyllo dough carefully as it dries out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel.
- You can substitute fresh herbs with dried herbs, but use half the quantity.
- Adjust chili flakes in the honey drizzle according to your preferred spice level.
- Serve immediately after drizzling for the best texture and flavor.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad or chilled white wine.
