Marinated Feta Cheese
A delightful Mediterranean appetizer infused with herbs and spices, perfect for salads or as a snack.
Discover a delightful Mediterranean appetizer with this marinated Feta cheese recipe. Infused with aromatic herbs, pungent spices, and rich olive oil, this versatile dish complements a variety of culinary applications, from salads to snacks and beyond.
Ingredients
š 250g Feta Cheese
š« Olive Oil (sufficient to cover cheese in jars)
š¶ļø Mixed Peppercorns 5g
šæ Fresh Rosemary Sprigs 10g
š§ 1-2 cloves of Garlic, peeled
šæ Fresh Oregano Sprigs 10g
š¶ļø Ground Red Chili Pepper 3g
š Bay Leaf 3 leaves
Instructions
1- Prepare the Feta Cheese:
- Place the Feta cheese on a clean wooden cutting board.
- Use a large chef's knife to slice it into thick slabs, then cube those slabs uniformly.
2- Prepare the Jars:
- Ensure your small glass jars are sterilized and dry before use.
3- Rosemary & Pepper Variation:
- Pour a base layer of olive oil into one jar.
- Add a layer of cubed Feta, sprinkle with mixed peppercorns, and insert a few sprigs of fresh rosemary.
- Continue layering cheese and oil until the jar is filled, making sure everything is submerged.
- Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate.
4- Garlic & Oregano Variation:
- Place the peeled garlic in the bottom of the second jar.
- Add a layer of Feta cubes, a few sprigs of fresh oregano, and pour olive oil to cover.
- Continue layering more cheese and oregano if desired, then fill with olive oil.
- Seal and refrigerate.
5- Chili & Bay Leaf Variation:
- Add cubed Feta to the third jar.
- Sprinkle with ground red chili pepper, add a bay leaf, and fill completely with olive oil.
- Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate.
6- Marinate:
- Allow all jars to marinate for at least 3 hours before serving, although longer marination is encouraged for deeper flavors.
Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
Marination Time: Minimum 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours and 10 minutes minimum
Servings: Varies by usage
Equipment: Cutting Board, Wooden (no brand specified); Kitchen Knife, Large chef's knife (no brand specified); Glass Jars, Small, clear with metal twist-off lids (no brand specified); Small Bowl for mixed peppercorns (no brand specified)
Cooking Tips:
- Always use sterilized jars for safe preservation.
- Consume the garlic variation within 3-4 days to prevent bacteria risks.
- The cheese without garlic stays fresh for up to 3 weeks refrigerated.
- Substitute Feta with hard or semi-hard cheeses like Parmesan or Gouda if preferred.
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