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Halloumi recipe
Savor the crispy, salty delight of grilled halloumi!
Ingredients
- 400 g halloumi cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 10 g fresh mint
How to make Halloumi
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot, around 180°C (350°F).
- Slice 400 g of halloumi cheese into 1 cm thick slices, ensuring uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Brush both sides of each halloumi slice with 1 tablespoon of olive oil evenly.
- Grill the halloumi for about 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the halloumi and grill the other side for another 2-3 minutes until it browns.
- Remove the grilled halloumi from heat and squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the top.
- Chop fresh mint leaves for garnish and set aside.
- Serve the halloumi slices on a plate, garnished with chopped mint and a sprinkle of black pepper.
What is Halloumi?
Halloumi is a traditional dish from Cyprus, grilled, and takes about 20 minutes from start to finish. It is built around halloumi cheese and fresh mint. The recipe below uses 5 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Halloumi take?
At 20 minutes it is quicker than 99% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. The method runs to 8 steps, the longest being 2 minutes.
Any tips for making Halloumi?
Grill until golden for a crispy texture and salty flavor.
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