Grilled Halloumi with Honey and Thyme
Salty halloumi cheese grilled to golden perfection, then drizzled with sweet honey and fragrant fresh thyme. A simple yet incredibly delicious appetizer or light meal for two.
Prepare the halloumi
Slice the 1 block halloumi cheese (a salty, firm cheese that holds its shape when cooked) into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Pat the slices dry with paper towels. This helps them brown nicely when grilled. Brush both sides of the halloumi slices with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Halloumi is a salty, firm cheese that is excellent for grilling or frying.
- •Patting dry helps create a good crust.
Grill the halloumi
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the halloumi slices on the hot grill. Cook for 2-4 minutes per side, or until beautiful golden-brown grill marks appear and the cheese is softened. Grill marks are the browned lines left by hot grill grates. Remove the halloumi from the grill.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Do not overcrowd the grill; cook in batches if needed.
- •Watch closely as halloumi cooks quickly.
Finish and serve
Arrange the grilled halloumi slices on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with 2 tablespoons honey. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Serve immediately with 1/2 lemon, cut into wedges, for squeezing. Crusty bread makes a good accompaniment.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •The combination of sweet honey and salty halloumi is delightful.
- •Serving immediately ensures the cheese is warm and soft.
- Knife and cutting board
- Paper towels
- Pastry brush
- Grill or grill pan
- Tongs or spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl (for honey/thyme mix, if pre-mixing)
- 💡You can bake or pan-fry halloumi if you do not have a grill. Pan-fry in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until golden on both sides.
- 💡Fresh thyme is highly recommended for its aromatic flavor; dried thyme can be used in a pinch, but use half the amount.
- 💡This dish pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad for a complete light meal.
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