Description
A simple and delicious recipe for grilled halloumi cheese, perfect as a savory appetizer or side dish. The halloumi is sliced, brushed with olive oil, grilled until golden with perfect char marks, then finished with a squeeze of lemon juice and optional fresh herbs for added flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces halloumi cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Optional: chopped mint or oregano
Instructions
- Heat the grill: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat to ensure it’s hot enough for perfect grilling.
- Slice the halloumi: Cut the halloumi cheese into strips about 1/4 inch thick to ensure they cook evenly and hold their shape on the grill.
- Brush with olive oil: Generously brush both sides of the halloumi slices with olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance browning.
- Grill the halloumi: Place the cheese slices on the grill or grill pan and cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until grill marks form and the cheese softens slightly but does not fully melt.
- Add lemon juice: Remove the grilled halloumi from heat and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top to add a bright, tangy flavor.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh herbs like mint or oregano on the cheese for an aromatic finish before serving.
Notes
- Use a grill pan if you don’t have an outdoor grill to mimic the grilling effect indoors.
- Do not slice the halloumi too thin or it may fall apart on the grill.
- Serve grilled halloumi warm as an appetizer, on salads, or alongside grilled vegetables.
- The cheese holds up well to grilling thanks to its high melting point.
- Adjust lemon juice quantity to taste for optimal brightness.
