Chef Nikoletta Nicolaou makes two halloumi recipes which might be certain to take the fried cheese favourite to a complete new degree.
Fried Halloumi with Sesame and Honey
Elements
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1x 250g block of halloumi
1 egg
Three tablespoons flour
¼ cup sesame seeds
1 teaspoon nigella seeds
Olive oil for frying
Instructions
1. Beat the egg in a small bowl and add the flour and sesame seeds in separate plates.
2. Roll and coat the halloumi within the flour, guaranteeing it is fully lined.
3. Dip the halloumi within the egg combination, then roll it within the sesame seeds.
4. Add additional virgin olive oil to cowl the underside of a pan by about ½ inch, and warmth over medium-high warmth till shimmering.
5. Fry on one aspect till golden brown, then flip over and fry on the opposite till crusty and golden brown. Switch to a plate lined with a paper towel to empty extra oil.
6. To serve, switch to a plate and drizzle with runny honey or serve with Cypriot preserved sweets.
