# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 7 oz block feta cheese
→ Breading
02 - 2 large eggs, beaten
03 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Topping & Garnish
07 - 2 tablespoons honey
08 - 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (parsley, dill or mint), finely chopped
09 - Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)
→ For Baking
10 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling or spraying)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush or spray with olive oil to prevent sticking.
02 - Trim the feta and slice into slabs or large cubes about 1/2 inch thick, taking care to maintain even sizes for uniform browning.
03 - Arrange three shallow bowls: place the flour in the first, the beaten eggs in the second, and combine the panko with dried oregano and black pepper in the third.
04 - Dredge each feta piece in flour, shake off excess, dip into the beaten eggs, then press firmly into the panko mixture to create an even, compact crust.
05 - Place the breaded pieces on the prepared baking sheet spaced apart. Lightly drizzle or spray the tops with olive oil to aid browning.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, rotating the pan and turning the pieces once halfway through, until the crust is golden and crisp.
07 - Transfer to a serving plate while warm, drizzle with honey, scatter the chopped herbs and lemon zest if using, and serve immediately.
