Golden Halloumi with Honey and Thyme
A delightful dish combining savory halloumi, drizzled with honey and fresh thyme, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 225-250 g halloumi (block, Cyprus made PDO stamped recommended)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp honey (or maple syrup as a substitute) eyeball it
- 0.5 tsp fresh thyme leaves and tiny sprigs
- 2-3 pinches chili flakes optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut halloumi into 1-1.25 cm thick slices (0.4 - 0.5 inches). Place the slices on a paper towel and pat the surface dry.
- Warm a serving plate.
Cooking
- Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the halloumi in the pan. Cook for 1.5 minutes or until the underside is golden, shuffling to ensure even cooking.
- Turn gently and cook the other side for 1 - 1.5 minutes until golden.
- Transfer onto the serving plate.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with thyme and chili flakes if using. Some slices can have full honey coverage, while others can just have a drizzle.
- Serve immediately, while hot and crispy!
Notes
Pat the halloumi dry before frying for a crispy texture. Use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking, and don't overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary. Adjust the honey and thyme to your taste; feel free to be creative with flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 21gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 1200mgSugar: 9g
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