Description
These Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey combine crispy, golden phyllo pastry filled with a savory feta, dill, and garlic mixture, complemented by a sweet and spicy chili honey dipping sauce. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or snack, these rolls bake to a crunchy perfection and are enhanced by a luscious sauce that marries heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Feta Rolls
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 18 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Chili Honey Sauce
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 ½ teaspoons chili flakes
- ½ teaspoon cumin seed
- â…“ cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Feta Filling: In a bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese, fresh chopped dill, and grated garlic until evenly mixed. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Assemble Rolls: Lay one sheet of thawed phyllo dough on a clean surface and fold it in half for extra thickness. Lightly brush the edges with olive oil to help seal the dough. Place a spoonful of the feta mixture on one end, then roll the dough tightly around the filling, sealing the sides carefully to prevent filling leakage. Repeat the process with remaining phyllo sheets and filling, placing each roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Brush the tops of the assembled rolls with additional olive oil to promote browning and crispiness. Bake for about 20 minutes in the preheated oven until the rolls are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Prepare Chili Honey Sauce: While the rolls bake, melt salted butter with olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in chili flakes and cumin seeds, cooking until the mixture becomes aromatic—about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in honey, blending the flavors thoroughly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the feta rolls are baked, serve them warm with the chili honey sauce on the side for dipping, offering a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors.
Notes
- Handle phyllo dough gently, keeping unused sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
- You can adjust the chili flakes in the sauce to control the heat level according to your preference.
- These rolls can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Use good quality honey to enhance the sauce’s flavor complexity.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute feta with a vegan cheese and butter with olive oil in the sauce.
