Cypriot Fried Haloumy Cheese Saganaki Haloumi
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly savory, Cypriot Fried Halloumi Cheese Saganaki is a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer that’s guaranteed to impress. This quick and easy dish features slices of halloumi cheese lightly coated in flour and pan-fried to perfection, resulting in a delightful contrast of a crisp exterior and a soft, salty center. Drizzled with sweet honey, sprinkled with fragrant fresh thyme, and served with a squeeze of bright lemon juice, this flavor-packed recipe creates the ultimate sweet-salty balance. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an indulgent yet simple dish perfect for entertaining or savoring as a snack. Pair it with crusty bread or serve it solo for the ultimate Mediterranean comfort food experience. Keywords: fried halloumi cheese, saganaki recipe, Cypriot cuisine, Mediterranean appetizers, quick appetizers.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams halloumi cheese
- 60 grams all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
Directions
Step 1
Slice the halloumi cheese into approximately 1cm-thick slabs. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
Place the all-purpose flour on a plate. Lightly coat each slice of halloumi in flour, shaking off the excess.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
Step 4
Carefully place the flour-coated halloumi slices into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 5
Remove the fried halloumi slices from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Step 6
Arrange the fried halloumi on a serving platter. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle fresh thyme on top.
Step 7
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the halloumi. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (411.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1722.9 |
| Total Fat 126.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 65.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1035.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.5g | |
| Protein 73.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2304.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 104.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories