Saganaki Fried Feta with Sesame Crust, Honey & Aged Balsamic Vinegar | Greek Appetizer

Saganaki fried feta is a simple and easy recipe made with just a few ingredients. A block of crumbly and briny feta cheese coated with a crispy and nutty panko and sesame seed crust. Then, pan-fry for two or three minutes for a perfect crust and a soft center. Serve this fried feta with a drizzle of honey and a good, aged balsamic vinegar. This traditional Greek mezze will create a beautiful center table appetizer.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 8-ounce block of feta cheese
• 1 egg
• 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour or rice flour
• 3 Tablespoons white sesame seeds
• 3 Tablespoons black sesame seeds
• 3 Tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
• 3 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
• 3 Tablespoons Greek Wildflower Honey

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Prepare: three stations with one bowl each: one with flour, another with a beaten egg, and the third with a mixture of panko, white sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds.
2. 2Heat: the olive oil on medium-high heat in a small fry pan
3. 3Coat: the feta in the flour, then the egg, and finally the breadcrumbs and seeds, making sure that the feta is evenly coated at each step. Carefully place the coated feta in the hot oil and fry each side until golden brown, about a minute or two each side.
4. 4Place: the feta on paper towels to remove any excess of oil.
5. 5Serve: by placing the feta on a plate, or leave in the frying pan and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and honey. Serve immediately with bread, crackers or pita chips.