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Crispy Phyllo-Wrapped Feta Fries with Herb Dip

These phyllo feta fries are a perfect appetizer: crisp, salty, slightly sweet, and simple to prepare.

Golden, crispy Phyllo Feta Fries rolled and topped with black sesame seeds are arranged on a wooden board with basil leaves. A small bowl of seasoned honey and a bowl of crumbled cheese are nearby.

To make them, brush each strip of phyllo with olive oil, wrap it tightly around a slice of feta, then bake until the pastry is golden and flaky.

Serve the baked feta bites warm or at room temperature with a quick hot honey dip for a delightful contrast of flavors.

A hand holds a crispy, sesame-topped phyllo fry roll near a plate of similar rolls and a bowl of dipping sauce.

They also work beautifully as a salad topper or as part of a tapas spread.

Phyllo Feta Fries Ingredients

  • Feta: Use a good-quality block for firm slices that hold their shape.
  • Phyllo: Keep sheets at room temperature and cover unused sheets with a damp towel so they stay pliable.
  • Olive oil: Brushing the phyllo with olive oil (or melted butter) gives a crisp, golden finish.
  • Seasoning: Dried mint and sesame seeds add flavor and crunch; sea salt to taste.
  • Hot honey: Honey warmed with chili flakes for serving.

How to Make Phyllo Feta Fries

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
  2. Dry the feta on paper towels, then cut into even sticks — the recipe below makes 16 pieces from a typical block.
  3. Trim the phyllo into strips about as wide as the feta. Keep unused sheets covered with a damp cloth.
  4. Brush the top of each phyllo strip with olive oil before placing a feta piece at the top and rolling tightly.
  5. Season the last third of each roll with dried mint, brush the outside with more oil, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  6. Bake on a lined tray until golden and crispy, about 12–15 minutes.
  7. Make the hot honey while the fries bake: warm honey with chili flakes for 2–3 minutes, then add sea salt to taste and pour into a small serving bowl.
  8. Serve the fries arranged on a board or platter with the hot honey for dipping.
A block of white feta is evenly sliced and placed on a rectangular wooden cutting board.
Two hands are rolling a feta slice into a phyllo sheet.
A person uses a silicone brush to apply olive oil onto a phyllo feta fry.
Crispy Phyllo Feta Fries topped with black sesame seeds are arranged on a wooden board with basil leaves, next to a bowl of hot honey.

Recipe Tip

For the crispiest fries, pat feta slices dry on paper towel and make sure all phyllo surfaces are brushed with oil before rolling.

FAQs

I don’t have honey. What else can I dip with the fries?

Try a spicy chili dip, tzatziki, garlic dip, fruit jam, or a savory chutney.

Are there other ways to serve the fries?

Cut the baked rolls into bite-size croutons for soup or chop them to scatter over salads for extra texture.

Can I use another cheese?

Yes—any firm cheese that slices into sticks works well, such as cheddar, Gouda, Manchego, or Gruyère.

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Golden, crispy Phyllo Feta Fries rolled and topped with black sesame seeds are arranged on a wooden board with basil leaves. A small bowl of seasoned olive oil and a bowl of crumbled cheese are nearby.

Phyllo Feta Fries

Crispy feta wrapped in phyllo, baked until golden and served with hot honey.
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Total: 40 mins

Ingredients

  • 150 grams feta
  • 4 sheets phyllo pastry (trimmed into 16 strips)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, for brushing
  • 2 teaspoons dried mint
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (black or white)
  • 5 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • Sea salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
  • Pat the feta dry on paper towel.
  • Cut the cheese into 16 equal sticks.
  • Trim phyllo into strips about as wide as the feta (about five strips per sheet). You’ll need 16 strips total.
  • Brush olive oil on the top side of each strip.
  • Place a feta stick at the top and roll the phyllo tightly around it.
  • Sprinkle dried mint over the last third of the roll, brush the outside with oil, and top with sesame seeds.
  • Arrange the rolls on a lined baking tray and bake until golden and crispy, about 12–15 minutes.
  • Warm the honey with chili flakes in a small saucepan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes to infuse the flavors, then season with sea salt if desired.
  • Pour the hot honey into a serving bowl and present with the fries on a board or platter.

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Nutrition

Calories: 203 kcal, Carbohydrates: 22 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 11 g

Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a guide only.