Indulgent Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey Sauce Recipe
These Indulgent Oven Fried Feta Rolls are crispy phyllo pastry rolls filled with a flavorful blend of feta, fresh herbs, and lemon zest, baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a sweet and spicy chili honey sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, they combine savory, tangy, and spicy notes for an irresistible flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Filling
- 8 oz Feta Cheese (can substitute with goat cheese or ricotta)
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Dill (use fresh for best flavor)
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Mint (basil can be a substitute)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest (use zest from unwaxed lemons)
- Freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
Pastry
- 8 sheets Phyllo Pastry (keep covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying out)
- 4 tablespoon Olive Oil (for brushing between layers and on tops)
Chili Honey Sauce
- ½ cup Honey (use high-quality honey)
- 1 tablespoon Chili Flakes (adjust according to desired spice level)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese and combine it thoroughly with chopped fresh dill, mint, lemon zest, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly incorporated to create a flavorful filling.
- Prepare Phyllo Strips: Lay two sheets of phyllo pastry on a clean, flat surface and brush them lightly with olive oil. Cut the layered sheets into strips suitable for rolling.
- Assemble Rolls: Place a tablespoon of the feta herb mixture at one end of each phyllo strip, fold in the edges carefully to contain the filling, then roll tightly to form neat rolls.
- Brush and Bake: Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, brush the tops generously with olive oil to ensure golden crispness, and bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the rolls turn golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Chili Honey: While the rolls bake, combine honey, chili flakes, and freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, until well blended and aromatic. Do not boil.
- Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the warm chili honey sauce evenly over the top just before serving for a delightful sweet and spicy finish.
Notes
- Serve the rolls fresh from the oven for the best texture and full flavor impact.
- You can freeze the assembled but unbaked rolls for later use; bake them straight from frozen, adjusting the baking time accordingly.
- Adjust chili flakes in the honey to tailor the heat level to your preference.
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