Description
Experience the delightful crunch of golden-brown halloumi, perfectly pan-fried to create a crispy exterior while maintaining a soft, chewy interior. Each bite bursts with a savory, salty flavor that pairs beautifully with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon.
Ingredients
- Halloumi cheese – 250g, sliced into 1/2 inch thick pieces
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons, for frying
- Lemon – 1, cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until hot.
- Add the olive oil and allow it to heat for another minute until shimmering.
- Carefully place the halloumi slices in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in a skillet for 1-2 minutes to regain crispiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Substitute halloumi with paneer for a similar texture, though the flavor will differ slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 125g of cooked halloumi
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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