Honey Halloumi (Printable Version)
Golden fried halloumi with honey, nuts, and herbs.
# What You Need:
→ Cheese
01 - 9 oz halloumi cheese
→ Coating & Frying
02 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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
# Directions:
01 - Slice the halloumi into 1/2 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 brown and crispy.
05 - Arrange the fried halloumi on a serving plate.
06 - Drizzle warm honey over the cheese, sprinkle with toasted nuts and fresh herbs, and finish with black pepper to taste.
07 - Serve immediately while hot to enjoy the optimal texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between hot salty cheese and cool sweet honey is addictive.
- It comes together in minutes but looks impressive on any platter.
02 -
- Dry the cheese thoroughly before cooking, or it will steam instead of fry.
- Watch the pan closely, as halloumi can go from golden to burnt very quickly.
03 -
- Use a nonstick skillet to minimize the amount of oil needed for frying.
- Toast the nuts in a dry pan just before using to maximize their flavor.