Ingredients
- 8 ounces halloumi cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons honey optional
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes optional
- A pinch of sesame seeds optional
- Fresh mint leaves or other fresh herbs, for optional garnish
Instructions
- Slice the halloumi cheese into 1/2-inch thick slices and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Heat the olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Place the halloumi slices in the pan in a single layer. Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms, using a spatula to flip them carefully.
- Remove the fried halloumi from the pan and transfer to a serving plate.
- Optionally, drizzle a light amount of warmed honey over the top and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and sesame seeds. Garnish with mint or other fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately while still warm.