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Best Marinated Feta Recipe

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  • Author: Eliza
  • Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes (including marinating time)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Best Marinated Feta Recipe is a flavorful and easy way to elevate creamy feta cheese by marinating it in a blend of garlic, fresh herbs, spices, lemon peel, and olive oil. Perfect as a savory addition to salads, appetizers, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes, this recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time.

Ingredients

Cheese

  • 8 oz feta cheese (in brine)

Herbs & Spices

  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
  • 2 sprigs fresh tarragon
  • 1 tsp whole peppercorns
  • 1 tsp Aleppo pepper (or chili pepper flakes)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 lemon, peel only (zest or strips)
  • 1 1/2 tsp black cumin seeds

Oil

  • 1 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Slice the Feta: Cut the creamy feta cheese into cubes to allow the marinade to fully coat each piece and enhance the flavors.
  2. Prepare the Jar: Place the cubed feta into a clean and dry mason jar to prevent contamination and ensure proper marinating.
  3. Add Aromatics and Spices: Layer in the garlic slices, fresh tarragon sprigs, whole peppercorns, Aleppo pepper, dried oregano, lemon peel, and black cumin seeds evenly over the feta cubes.
  4. Pour Olive Oil: Fill the jar with olive oil all the way to the top, making sure every piece of feta is fully submerged to help preserve and infuse the flavors.
  5. Marinate: Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate. Allow the feta to marinate for at least 8 hours, ideally up to 1 full day, to develop a rich, aromatic taste.
  6. Serve: When ready to eat, remove the jar from the fridge and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Ensure the feta is completely submerged in olive oil to prevent spoilage.
  • Use whole spices for a more robust flavor and better texture contrast.
  • This marinated feta can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for variation.
  • Serve as part of a cheese board, in salads, or with crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

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