Artificial Food Coloring Free Pan-Fried Halloumi with Lemon and Honey
Total time15 min
Prep time5 min
Cook time10 min
4.5(28)
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4 servings
- 1 block (8 oz) halloumi cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
- lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Remove the halloumi from its packaging and pat it thoroughly dry with paper towels. Slice the block crosswise into 8 even slabs, each about 1/2 inch thick.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the halloumi slices in a single layer without crowding and cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes, until the undersides are deep golden brown and the slices release easily from the pan.
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