Description
These Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey are crispy golden phyllo rolls filled with a savory blend of feta cheese, fresh dill, and garlic. Baked to perfection and paired with a sweet and spicy chili honey sauce, they make an irresistible appetizer or snack perfect for gatherings or a flavorful treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
- 1 clove garlic, grated
Phyllo Rolls
- 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 the crumbled feta cheese, fresh chopped dill, and grated garlic. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the filling.
- Assemble Rolls: Lay out one sheet of thawed phyllo dough on a clean surface and fold it in half. Lightly brush the edges with olive oil to help seal the roll. Place a spoonful of the feta mixture at one end of the phyllo sheet, then roll it tightly, pressing and sealing the sides to encase the filling. Repeat this process for all the phyllo sheets and place the completed rolls seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Brush the tops of the assembled rolls generously with olive oil. Bake them in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Chili Honey Sauce: While the rolls are baking, melt the salted butter with olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the chili flakes and cumin seeds, cooking them until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the honey to combine all the flavors into a spicy-sweet sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the rolls are baked to crispy golden perfection, serve them warm with the prepared chili honey sauce on the side for dipping, adding a delightful sweet and spicy contrast to the savory filling.
Notes
- Handle phyllo dough carefully as it tears easily; keep unused sheets covered with a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying out.
- You can adjust the amount of chili flakes in the chili honey sauce to make it milder or spicier according to taste.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the butter used is suitable or substitute with a plant-based butter.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Honey can be substituted with agave syrup for a different sweetness profile.
