Honey Halloumi with Nuts (Printable Version)
Crispy halloumi with honey and herbs.
# Ingredient List:
→ Cheese
01 - 8.8 oz halloumi cheese
→ Coating & Frying
02 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
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
# How to Make:
01 - Slice the halloumi into 0.4 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 an 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. Finish with a little black pepper if desired.
07 - Serve immediately while hot for the best texture and flavor.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The salty-sweet crunch is completely addictive and impossible to resist.
- It comes together in under twenty minutes but looks incredibly elegant.
02 -
- Do not crowd the pan or the cheese will release water and boil instead of fry.
- Serve this immediately because halloumi loses its signature squeak as it cools down.
03 -
- Warm your honey slightly in the microwave for an even smoother drizzle.
- Toast your nuts in a dry pan while the cheese rests to bring out their oils.