Enjoy a delightful twist on classic feta with these crispy air-fried bites. Coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and air-fried to golden perfection, each bite offers a satisfying crunch. Served with a fresh, tangy salsa verde made from parsley, oregano, and a hint of pickle, these bites bring vibrant Mediterranean flavours to any occasion. Perfect for sharing as a snack or starter.

Air fried crispy feta bites with salsa verde

Ingredients

  • 2 blocks of DODONI Feta (200gr each)
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 eggs
  • Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp. paprika
  • Olive oil

Salsa verde ingredients:

  • Handful of parsley
  • Handful of fresh oregano
  • Handful of chili flakes
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 large gherkins or pickles
  • Spark of gherkin/pickle juice from the jar
  • Splash of red wine vinegar

Process

For the feta bites:

  1. Prepare the coating: Place 2 cups of flour in a shallow dish and add 1tbsp paprika. In another bowl, beat the 2 eggs. In a third dish, mix the breadcrumbs with 1 tbsp dried oregano.
  2. Coat the feta: Cut the DODONI Feta into bite-sized cubes. First, coat each cube in the seasoned flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally roll it in the breadcrumbs mixture until fully coated.
  3. Air fry the feta: Place the breaded feta cubes in an air fryer basket, drizzle with olive oil, and cook at 200°C (390°F) for about 10-20 minutes until golden and crispy. While you wait, prep the salsa verde.

For the salsa verde:

  1. Prep the gherkins: Finley dice the 2 large gherkins (or pickles) and add them to a blender-safe bowl.
  2. Chop the herbs: Finely chop a handful of fresh parsley and a handful of fresh oregano, then add them to the bowl.
  3. Add liquids: Pour in ½ cup of olive oil and a splash of red wine vinegar. (Top tip: you can add a small splash of gherkin juice from the jar for an extra tang!)
  4. Season: For a bit of heat, season the mixture with a generous pinch of chilli flakes!