Description
These Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey combine crispy, golden phyllo pastry filled with a savory herb-infused feta cheese mixture, perfectly complemented by a sweet and spicy drizzle of warm chili honey. This delightful appetizer is quick to prepare and baked to crispy perfection, making it ideal for entertaining or a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Feta Rolls
- 8 sheets of phyllo pastry
- 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Chili Honey
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the rolls.
- Prepare Feta Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill, chopped mint, lemon zest, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the herbs and zest.
- Layer Phyllo Pastry: Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean, dry surface and brush lightly with olive oil. Place a second sheet on top and brush it with olive oil as well, creating a layered base.
- Cut Phyllo Sheets: Cut the layered phyllo sheets lengthwise into 4 equal strips to create individual roll portions.
- Fill Rolls: Spoon about one tablespoon of the feta mixture onto the end of each phyllo strip, preparing to roll.
- Roll Pastry: Fold the sides over the filling to encase it, then roll the pastry into a tight cylinder, ensuring the filling is sealed inside to prevent leakage during baking.
- Arrange Rolls: Place each roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to ensure they keep their shape while baking.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Lightly brush the tops of the rolls with remaining olive oil to help them brown and crisp evenly.
- Bake Rolls: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Chili Honey: While the rolls bake, combine honey, chili flakes, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is slightly runny and infused.
- Cool Rolls: Remove the baked rolls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly to set their shape and temperature for serving.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm chili honey over the rolls before serving or provide it on the side as a dipping sauce for a spicy-sweet finish.
Notes
- Handle phyllo pastry gently as it can dry out quickly; cover unused sheets with a damp towel while working.
- For extra crispiness, brush the rolls with melted butter instead of olive oil if preferred.
- Adjust chili flakes in the honey to control the level of spiciness according to taste.
- These rolls can be served warm or at room temperature and are great for parties or appetizers.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best texture.
