Nigella's Halloumi with Chilli Haloumi with Chili Pepper
Elevate your appetizer game with Nigella's Halloumi with Chilli, a simple yet irresistible dish that perfectly balances salty, spicy, and sweet flavors. This recipe highlights golden, crispy halloumi cheese, seared to perfection, and paired with a fiery kick of sautéed red chili pepper. A drizzle of zesty lemon-honey dressing brings a touch of sweetness, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal as a warm starter, a delicious side dish, or the star of a vibrant mezze spread. Perfect for entertaining or spicing up weeknight meals, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Halloumi cheese
- 1 medium Red chili pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 small Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 pinch Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Slice the halloumi into 1 cm (about 1/3 inch) thick slices and set aside.
Step 2
Finely chop the red chili pepper, removing the seeds if you prefer a milder heat.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the juice of the lemon with the honey and a pinch of black pepper. Set this dressing aside.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Step 5
Once the oil is hot, add the halloumi slices in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Step 6
In the same pan (add a bit more olive oil if needed), sauté the finely chopped chili pepper for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 7
Return the cooked halloumi slices to the pan and drizzle the lemon-honey dressing over the top. Toss gently to coat the halloumi in the glaze.
Step 8
Remove from heat, transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Step 9
Serve warm as a starter, side dish, or part of a mezze spread.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (388.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1303.6 |
| Total Fat 112.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1046.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.1g | |
| Protein 68.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2324.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 463.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories