Description
Fried halloumi with honey is a quick and irresistible appetizer that balances salty, crispy cheese with warm, sweet honey and aromatic spices. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for entertaining or a gourmet snack.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Halloumi cheese
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1/2 tsp Aleppo pepper
- 1/2 tsp Sumac
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Slice the halloumi into ½-inch thick pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the halloumi slices for about 2 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Warm the honey slightly and drizzle over the fried halloumi.
- Sprinkle Aleppo pepper, sumac, and sesame seeds on top.
- Serve immediately while the halloumi is hot and creamy inside.
Notes
- Cut halloumi into sticks for a ‘fries’ variation.
- Swap Aleppo pepper with red pepper flakes for a different spice profile.
- Try chili-infused honey or pomegranate molasses instead of regular honey.
- Fried halloumi is best served fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days.
- Use leftovers cold in salads or sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
