Crispy Feta Fries

Name: Crispy Feta Fries
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 lb feta cheese block, cut into sticks; 2/3 cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs, beaten, beaten; 2 cups breadcrumbs; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp garlic powder; to taste black pepper; 1.5 cups olive oil for frying; 1/4 cup honey for drizzling; 2 tsp fresh oregano for garnish

Golden-fried feta cheese sticks with a crunchy coating and melty center. A viral Greek appetizer that's savory, addictive, and perfect with honey drizzle.

35 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

GreekAppetizerStovetopVegetarian

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Ingredients

1 lb feta cheese block, cut into sticks
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten, beaten
2 cups breadcrumbs
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
to taste black pepper
1.5 cups olive oil for frying
1/4 cup honey for drizzling
2 tsp fresh oregano for garnish

Instructions

1

Cut 1 lb cut into sticks feta cheese block into sticks, approximately 3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick. Freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2

In three shallow bowls, set up a breading station: 2/3 cup all-purpose flour in the first, 2 beaten eggs, beaten in the second.
3

In a third bowl, combine 2 cups breadcrumbs, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp garlic powder, and to taste black pepper.
4

Working with one piece at a time, coat 1 lb cut into sticks feta cheese block stick first in 2/3 cup all-purpose flour, then 2 beaten eggs, beaten, then the 2 cups breadcrumbs mixture, pressing gently so coating adheres.
5

Heat 1.5 cups olive oil for frying in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (a small bread cube should sizzle immediately).
6

Working in small batches, fry 1 lb cut into sticks feta cheese block sticks for 30-45 seconds per side until golden brown and crispy.
7

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
8

Serve immediately while still hot, drizzled with 1/4 cup honey for drizzling and garnished with 2 tsp fresh oregano for garnish.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Crispy Feta Fries?

For Crispy Feta Fries, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 5. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

How do I know when Crispy Feta Fries is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until golden brown and crispy.

Is there a substitute for feta in Crispy Feta Fries?

The entry for Crispy Feta Fries calls for 1 lb feta cheese block, cut into sticks. In its place: Crumbled queso fresco or ricotta salata is milder but behaves the same. For dairy-free, crumble firm tofu and marinate it in lemon juice and salt.

Does Crispy Feta Fries contain eggs?

Yes: 2 eggs, beaten, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I start Crispy Feta Fries the day before?

Yes. Step 1 is a built-in pause of overnight, or about 8 hours: "Freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight." Do everything up to that point ahead of time and pick up at step 2 when you are ready to finish.

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