Golden Crispy Artichokes with Sweet Whipped Feta | Mediterranean Starter

Ingredients

• 1 tsp regular or smoked paprika
• Kosher salt and ground black pepper, adjust to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ tsp onion powder
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 ½ cups panko crumbs
• 1 tsp mix of dried herbs like oregano, thyme, or rosemary
• 2 cans of water-packed artichoke hearts, cut in halves or quarters
• 1 clove of garlic, finely grated
• 3 oz softened cream cheese
• A block of feta cheese
• 2 ½ tbsp honey
• A pinch of chili flakes or cayenne, to taste
• 2 tsp fresh lemon juice