Feta cheese baked with chili pepper, cherry tomatoes and cilantro
2 servings
25 minutes
Baked feta with chili peppers, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro is a fragrant dish of Bulgarian cuisine that combines the rich salty flavor of feta with the spicy heat of chili and the freshness of tomatoes and herbs. The tradition of baking cheese with spicy ingredients is believed to have originated from the Mediterranean, where cheese is often paired with herbs and spices. In this recipe, feta becomes soft and creamy after baking, while the vegetables and herbs add brightness and freshness. Olive oil enhances the natural flavor of the ingredients, while ground black pepper adds a slight sharpness. This dish pairs perfectly with fresh baguette for dipping into the aromatic juice created during baking. Simple to prepare yet rich in flavor sensations, it is ideal for both everyday dinners and festive gatherings.
1
Mix olive oil with crushed chili pepper, chopped tomatoes, and herbs. Season with black pepper.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Cherry tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Coriander: to taste
- Parsley: 20 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Preheat the oven to 150 degrees.
3
Place the cheese on a sheet of parchment and lift the edges. On top of the cheese, add a mixture of greens and vegetables with olive oil, and carefully wrap it in parchment.
- Feta cheese: 300 g
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Cherry tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Coriander: to taste
- Parsley: 20 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Transfer the dish to a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
5
Serve with fresh baguette.