Hot Honey Halloumi (Printable)

Golden fried halloumi paired with a spicy honey glaze and fresh parsley for a vibrant flavor boost.

# What You'll 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 to 2 tsp hot sauce (such as sriracha or chili flakes), to taste
05 - ½ tsp lemon juice

→ Garnish

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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Pat the halloumi slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Add the halloumi slices in a single layer and fry for 2 to 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 the fried halloumi to a serving plate, drizzle evenly with the hot honey mixture, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve alongside lemon wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than most appetizers, and the contrast between crispy cheese and spicy-sweet honey is genuinely addictive.
  • Halloumi's high melting point means you get that glorious golden crust without it turning into a puddle, which makes this feel like a small victory every time.
  • The hot honey brings an unexpected warmth that makes even the simplest cheese taste like you planned something special.
02 -
  • Halloumi has a high melting point, which is why it fries instead of melting, but that only works if your slices are the right thickness and your oil is actually hot enough—temperature is everything here.
  • The hot honey needs to cool slightly before serving or you'll burn your mouth chasing the flavor, so mix it ahead and let it sit for a minute while you're frying the cheese.
03 -
  • The moment of crisping halloumi is brief and wonderful—watch it rather than wander away, because the difference between golden and burnt happens in about thirty seconds.
  • Make extra hot honey because people will ask for more, and having it ready in a small bowl on the table means everyone gets to adjust their own level of sweetness and heat.
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