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Fried Halloumi with Honey

Fried halloumi is tasty, easy and ready in 5 minutes. Once fried, crispy halloumi is paired with spicy honey to make a tasty appetizer in no time.

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

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

Notes

  • Once fried, halloumi is crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, therefore it's best to serve it immediately, as it would get rubbery when it cools. 
  • Instead of Aleppo pepper, you can use red pepper flakes. If 1 teaspoon sounds a lot, use less pepper. 
  • Nonstick pans work best for this recipe since halloumi is a delicate cheese and we don't want it to stick to the pan. 
  • You can find halloumi in many supermarkets in the cheese aisle near feta and mozzarella. If not available, check out your local Middle Eastern and Mediterranean shops. 
  • It's best not to have leftover fried halloumi because it doesn't reheat well. However, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. To serve, cut them into smaller pieces and add it to salads or sandwiches.

Nutrition Information

Calories 211kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 8g 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: 6servings

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.