Description
Mediterranean magic unfolds as golden halloumi with honey & thyme delivers a perfect balance of salty cheese and sweet nectar. Crisp thyme-infused edges and luxurious honey drizzle create an irresistible dish you’ll crave with every savory bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) halloumi cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon water
- Fresh thyme sprigs (for garnish)
Optional Garnish:
- Crushed walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Carefully cut halloumi into uniform 1/2-inch thick rectangular slices, ensuring even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Warm olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat (around 350°F) until shimmering and slightly fragrant.
- Gently place halloumi slices into the heated skillet, allowing each side to transform into a rich golden-brown color with crispy edges, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- While halloumi cooks, prepare the honey glaze by combining honey, fresh lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until ingredients blend smoothly.
- Infuse the glaze with fresh thyme leaves, allowing their aromatic essence to permeate the liquid for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Transfer golden-brown halloumi slices onto a serving platter, creating an elegant presentation.
- Generously drizzle the warm thyme-infused honey glaze over the halloumi, ensuring each slice is lightly coated.
- Garnish with additional fresh thyme sprigs and optional crushed nuts for textural contrast and visual appeal.
Notes
- Drain halloumi thoroughly before frying to ensure a perfect golden crispy exterior without excess moisture.
- Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent halloumi from sticking and breaking during cooking.
- Choose high-quality honey with floral or herbal notes to complement the salty cheese and enhance overall flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free and low-carb option, serve halloumi over fresh salad greens or roasted vegetables instead of traditional bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 739 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 49 mg