Honey Halloumi (Printable)
Fried halloumi with honey and nuts.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheese
01 - 8.8 oz halloumi cheese
→ Coating & Frying
02 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Topping
04 - 2 tbsp honey
05 - 1 tbsp toasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped
06 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or mint), chopped
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How To Make:
01 - Slice the halloumi into 0.4 inch thick pieces and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Lightly dust each slice with flour, shaking off any excess to ensure a thin, even coating.
03 - Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04 - Fry the halloumi slices for 2–3 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
05 - Arrange the fried halloumi on a serving plate. Drizzle warm honey over the cheese, sprinkle with toasted nuts and fresh herbs. Finish with a little black pepper if desired.
06 - Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It delivers a sophisticated flavor profile with almost zero effort
- The salty and sweet combo is completely addictive
02 -
- Dry the cheese thoroughly or the moisture will prevent it from frying properly
- Do not walk away from the pan because halloumi can go from golden to burnt quickly
03 -
- Warm the honey slightly so it drizzles smoothly
- Use a microplane to zest a little lemon over the top for brightness