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Honey Glazed Halloumi

Delicious Honey Glazed Halloumi: Your New Favorite Appetizer

Discover the magic of Honey Glazed Halloumi, a delightful appetizer that combines creamy cheese with a caramelized honey glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Halloumi
  • 600 g Halloumi Cheese The star of the dish delivering a firm, salty base that becomes creamy when cooked.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for frying the halloumi.
For the Glaze
  • 5 tablespoons Honey Adds a sweet, luscious drizzle.
  • 1 medium Lemon Fresh juice balances the sweetness.
  • 4 sprigs Thyme Infuses aromatic notes.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Airtight Container
  • sharp knife
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Glazed Halloumi
  1. Slice the Halloumi into 1 cm thick pieces.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, and thyme leaves.
  3. Layer the sliced halloumi in an airtight container with honey mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Add the marinated halloumi slices to the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Flip each slice and drizzle reserved honey glaze, cooking for an additional minute.
  7. Repeat cooking process with remaining halloumi slices.
  8. Transfer cooked halloumi to a serving platter and drizzle with remaining honey glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 750mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow halloumi to marinate for at least 1 hour for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan during cooking.

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