Tirokrokètes

Tirokroketes is a traditional dish consisting of fried cheese balls that have a golden crust on the exterior, while the interior has a melting, oozing texture. This popular meze can be found in almost every Greek tavern. Tirokroketes are actually modern versions of classic spiced meat balls that originated in Ancient Greece and gained popularity throughout Middle East and Balkan countries. The fried balls are usually made with a combination of eggs, breadcrumbs, and three types of cheese – feta, graviera, and gouda. When frying them, it's important not to overcrowd the pan and to place just a few cheese balls at a time into the hot oil. Tirokroketes are served as an appetizer, ideally drizzled with lemon juice while still hot.