Hot Honey Halloumi Cheese (Printable)

Golden halloumi with a spicy-sweet honey glaze, perfect for easy snacks or vibrant sides.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into ½ inch thick pieces

→ For Frying

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Hot Honey

03 - 3 tbsp honey
04 - 1 to 2 tsp hot sauce (such as sriracha or chili flakes), to taste
05 - ½ tsp lemon juice

→ Garnish (optional)

06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Pat halloumi slices dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Warm olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Place halloumi slices in a single layer and fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
04 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl until well blended.
05 - Transfer fried halloumi to a plate, drizzle generously with the hot honey mixture, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Its ready in twenty minutes but feels like something you would order at a restaurant
  • The cheese develops this incredible crust while staying creamy inside
  • You can adjust the heat exactly to your comfort zone
02 -
  • Dont crowd the pan or the cheese will steam instead of crisp, so work in batches if needed
  • The glaze thickens quickly as it cools on the hot cheese, creating that sticky restaurant style finish
03 -
  • Slice the cheese thick enough to handle turning without breaking, about half an inch is perfect
  • Have your glaze ready before you start frying so you can pour it while the cheese is piping hot
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