# Components:
→ Dairy
01 - Feta cheese, block-style — 7 oz
→ Breading
02 - Large eggs — 2
03 - All-purpose flour — 1/2 cup
04 - Panko breadcrumbs — 1 cup
05 - Dried oregano — 1/2 teaspoon
06 - Freshly ground black pepper — 1/4 teaspoon
→ Topping & Garnish
07 - Honey — 2 tablespoons
08 - Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or mint), finely chopped — 2 tablespoons
09 - Lemon zest — zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)
→ For Baking
10 - Olive oil — 1 tablespoon (for drizzling or spraying)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Heat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush or spray the surface with olive oil.
02 - Cut the feta block into slabs or large cubes about 1/2 inch thick to create uniform pieces that will brown evenly.
03 - Set three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with dried oregano and black pepper.
04 - Gently dredge each feta piece in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, then press into the panko mixture to coat all sides, handling carefully to avoid breakage.
05 - Place the breaded pieces on the prepared sheet, leaving space between them. Lightly drizzle or spray the tops with olive oil to promote crisping.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the exterior is golden brown and crisp.
07 - Transfer the hot pieces to a serving plate, drizzle with honey, sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs and lemon zest if using, and serve immediately.
