Fried feta with olives and red pepper
4 servings
15 minutes
Fried feta with olives and red pepper is a bright, aromatic dish from sunny Greece, where feta cheese is an integral part of the national cuisine. Grilled, it develops a golden crust while remaining soft and tender inside. The delicate combination of salty feta with spicy olives, sweet pepper, and fragrant herbs makes this recipe an ideal appetizer. It complements traditional Mediterranean lunches beautifully and pairs well with crispy bread or fresh vegetables. Olive oil enhances the depth of flavor, while chopped parsley adds fresh notes. Easy to prepare and elegant in presentation, this recipe is perfect for warm family dinners or festive gatherings.
1
Preheat the grill in the oven.
2
Cut the cheese into thin slices and arrange them in 4 fireproof dishes or layer them in one medium dish. Sprinkle with oregano and pepper.
- Feta cheese: 230 g
- Dried oregano: 0.3 teaspoon
- Ground black pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
3
In a small bowl, mix finely chopped peppers, finely chopped olives, and olive oil. Drizzle the mixture over the cheese.
- Canned peppers: 0.3 glass
- Pitted olives: 0.3 glass
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
4
Place the molds under the grill for about 5 minutes until a golden crust forms. Sprinkle with finely chopped parsley and serve.
- Chopped parsley: to taste