How to Cook Halloumi Cheese (Grilled and Fried Halloumi Recipes)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
18 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
How to Cook Halloumi Cheese (Grilled and Fried Halloumi Recipes)
Description
How to Cook Halloumi Cheese (Grilled and Fried Halloumi Recipes) explains preparing halloumi, a firm, salty cheese with a high melting point suitable for cooking without losing shape. For frying, slices of halloumi are cooked in olive oil in a non-stick or grill pan over medium heat. It is fried approximately 2 minutes per side until golden with crispy edges and a softened center.
The grilling method involves slicing the halloumi into half-inch pieces brushed lightly with olive oil. The slices are placed directly on a hot grill grate and cooked 3-4 minutes per side to develop a charred, golden crust. Grilling adds smoky flavor and grill marks while maintaining the cheese’s firm texture.
Both methods result in warm halloumi with a pleasant contrast between a crispy exterior and a tender, slightly squeaky interior. The prepared cheese can be served immediately on its own or incorporated into salads, sandwiches, or grilled vegetable dishes. The cooking techniques highlight halloumi’s unique cooking properties.
Ingredients
- 1 block halloumi cheese
- 2 tsps olive oil
Instructions
How to fry halloumi cheese
- Add 2 tsps of olive oil to a non-stick pan or a grill pan over medium heat.
- Once your pan is pre-heated and oiled, place the cheese slices directly on the pan; cook them for 2 minutes on one side, and cook for 1-2 minutes on the other.
- Remove halloumi from the pan, and serve or use in your desired recipe immediately.
How to grill halloumi cheese
- Slice the halloumi into slices of ½-inch thickness, then brush the halloumi lightly with olive oil to cook on both sides.
- Once your outdoor grill is hot and ready, you can place the slices of cheese onto the grill grates directly, spacing them evenly apart so that they cook through without burning. Grill each side for around 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy in places. Serve grilled salty halloumi immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 18 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 18kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.003g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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