5 from 34 votes
Fried Halloumi with Honey
Fried Halloumi with Honey highlights slices of halloumi cheese fried until golden and crispy on the outside while remaining creamy inside. Drizzled with warmed honey and sprinkled with Aleppo pepper, sumac, and sesame seeds, this dish pairs salty, sweet, and mildly spicy flavors. The method focuses on careful frying using a nonstick pan to preserve the cheese's delicate texture, making it an easy appetizer or snack to serve immediately while fresh.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
211 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 8 oz halloumi cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Aleppo pepper
- 1/2 tsp sumac
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place the halloumi cheese on a cutting board and cut it into 1/2 inch (1.5 cm) thick slices. Pat dry the halloumi slices completely using a kitchen paper towel.
- Heat the olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmery, place the halloumi slices in the pan and fry for 2 minutes on each side, until they're golden and crispy. Transfer to the serving plate.
- Warm the honey in the microwave (10 to 15 seconds) or in a small saucepan over medium low heat. drizzle over the fried halloumi. Top with Aleppo pepper, sumac and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Pat halloumi slices dry before frying to achieve a crispy exterior.
- Use a nonstick pan to prevent the cheese from sticking and breaking apart.
- Serve the fried halloumi immediately to enjoy its creamy interior; reheating is not recommended.
- Substitute Aleppo pepper with red pepper flakes if preferred, adjusting quantity to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and use cold in salads or sandwiches.
- Find halloumi near feta or mozzarella in grocery stores or check Mediterranean markets if unavailable locally.
Nutrition Information
Calories
211kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Sodium
460mg
(19%)
Potassium
16mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
99IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
0.04mg
(0%)
Calcium
393mg
(39%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 460mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 99IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 393mg | 39% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.