Hot Honey Halloumi (Printable)

Crispy halloumi slices topped with a balanced spicy-sweet honey drizzle and fresh parsley garnish.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into ½ inch thick pieces

→ For Frying

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Hot Honey

03 - 3 tbsp honey
04 - 1–2 tsp hot sauce (sriracha or chili flakes, to taste)
05 - ½ tsp lemon juice

→ Garnish (optional)

06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Pat halloumi slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Warm olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Place halloumi slices in a single layer and fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
04 - In a small bowl, combine honey, hot sauce, and lemon juice until well blended.
05 - Transfer fried halloumi to a plate, drizzle with hot honey sauce, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's ready in 20 minutes flat, making it perfect for when you want something impressive but don't have time to fuss.
  • The contrast between crispy, salty cheese and spicy-sweet honey is genuinely addictive and feels indulgent without being heavy.
  • Works equally well as a quick snack, elegant appetizer, or side dish that somehow makes everything else on the plate taste better.
02 -
  • Wet halloumi won't crisp properly no matter how hot your pan is, so genuinely take a moment with the paper towels—it sounds fussy but makes all the difference.
  • The hot honey mixture needs to hit the warm cheese fairly quickly or you'll lose that magical moment where the warmth slightly softens and coats the crispy exterior.
03 -
  • If your hot sauce tends toward vinegary, dial back the lemon juice slightly or you'll end up with something too sharp rather than balanced.
  • Save a tiny pinch of fleur de sel to sprinkle on the finished dish—it catches the light and reminds people that even simple food deserves a moment of attention.
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