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Caramelized Feta with Chili-Honey – Irresistible & Easy Appetizer Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Caramelized Feta with Chili-Honey recipe is an irresistible and easy appetizer featuring a block of feta cheese seared until golden, then drizzled with a spicy-sweet chili-infused honey sauce. Topped with toasted walnuts, fresh herbs, and cracked black pepper, it’s perfect for serving with warm pita, flatbread, or crusty bread.

Ingredients

Feta and Toppings

  • 1 block feta cheese (150–200 g), drained
  • 2 tablespoons walnuts, roughly chopped
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • Cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Warm pita, flatbread, or crusty bread, for serving

Sauce and Cooking

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons honey
  • ½ to 1 teaspoon chili flakes (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Toast Walnuts: Heat a dry pan over medium heat and toast the roughly chopped walnuts for 3 to 4 minutes until they turn golden and release a fragrant aroma. Remove from the pan and set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare Chili-Honey Sauce: In a small saucepan, gently warm the honey, chili flakes, and lemon juice over low heat until it starts to bubble softly. Remove from heat and keep the mixture warm for later use.
  3. Sear Feta: Pat the feta dry to remove excess moisture. Heat olive oil in a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Place the feta block in the skillet and sear each side for 2 to 3 minutes until it develops a golden crust.
  4. Caramelize Feta: While the feta remains in the skillet, carefully pour the warm chili-honey mixture over the cheese. Allow it to sizzle and start to caramelize on contact, infusing the feta with sweet and spicy flavors.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the toasted walnuts, fresh herbs if using, and cracked black pepper over the caramelized feta. Serve immediately with warm pita, flatbread, or crusty bread for dipping and enjoying.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes depending on your preferred spice level.
  • Ensure the feta is well drained and patted dry to get a good sear and prevent sticking.
  • Use a cast-iron skillet if available for best caramelization results.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, gooey texture of the caramelized feta.
  • Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary add aromatic depth but can be omitted if unavailable.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/caramelized-feta-with-chili-honey-irresistible-and-easy-appetizer-recipe/