These are a quick and easy appetizer you can make this week. You can go all-Feta but I really like when Feta is paired with a flavourful cheese like Graviera. Often called the “Greek Gruyere” as it’s also a cheese that holds up well and melts nicely.

When making these croquettes, use cold cheeses so that you can mix everything easier.

Greek Cheese Croquettes

(makes 8-10)

1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese

1/2 cup grated Graviera cheese

¼ cup all-purpose flour

1 large egg

approx/ 1/2 cup sesame seeds

Oil for frying

1. Into a medium bowl, add the cheeses, flour and crack the egg in the bowl and mix with your hands until incorporated. Roll the mixture into balls then coat in sesame seeds.
2. Add about 1 inch of oil into a deep skillet and bring up to 365F. Place cheese balls in the oil and fry on all side until golden.
3. Remove with a slotted spoon and reserve on a paper-towel lined plate. Serve warm or room temperature.