Description
This Pistachio-Crusted Crispy Feta recipe combines the creaminess of feta cheese with a crunchy pistachio coating, creating a delicious appetizer or snack that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Feta Blocks:
- 8 ounces feta cheese, cut into thick blocks
Breading Mixture:
- 1/2 cup pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
For Frying:
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Honey-Lemon Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Additional:
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the Feta Blocks: Pat the feta blocks dry with paper towels.
- Prepare the Breading Station: Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of chopped pistachios and breadcrumbs in the third.
- Coat the Feta Blocks: Dredge each feta block in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with the pistachio-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry the Feta Blocks: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated feta blocks until golden and crispy on all sides, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Prepare the Honey-Lemon Sauce: In a small bowl, mix honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Serve: Drizzle the honey-lemon sauce over the crispy feta. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
