Golden-Fried Honey Halloumi (Printable)

Crispy halloumi with honey, nuts, and herbs—a quick Mediterranean treat.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 8.8 oz halloumi cheese

02 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

03 - 2 tbsp olive oil

04 - 2 tbsp honey

05 - 1 tbsp toasted pistachios or walnuts, roughly chopped

06 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped

07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

01 - Slice the halloumi into 0.4 inch thick pieces and pat dry with paper towels.

02 - Lightly dust each slice with flour, shaking off any excess.

03 - Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

04 - Fry the halloumi slices for 2–3 minutes on each side, until golden 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.

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The combination of warm salty cheese and sweet honey is addictive in the best possible way.
It comes together in under twenty minutes but looks impressive enough for a fancy gathering.

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Make sure your pan is hot enough before adding the cheese or it will stick instead of crisping up.
Serving the dish immediately is crucial because halloumi loses its signature squeak as it cools down.

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Drying the cheese thoroughly before frying prevents the oil from splattering too much.
Chop the nuts just before serving so they retain their crunch and do not get soft.