/ Appetizer, Recipes, Uncategorized / By
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
Todd English

Fried Halloumi

A simple yet flavorful Mediterranean appetizer, this Fried Halloumi recipe features crispy, golden cubes of salty halloumi cheese dusted in a fragrant blend of oregano, cinnamon, and black pepper. Served alongside a vibrant Quick and Luscious Tomato Sauce, it’s an irresistible starter that combines crunchy textures with rich, savory flavors.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 oz halloumi cheese cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup Quick and Luscious Tomato Sauce

Method
 

  1. Place flour in a shallow dish. In a medium bowl, stir together oregano, cinnamon, and pepper. Dredge cheese cubes in flour, shaking off excess.
    ¼ cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp dried oregano, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a 10-inch skillet. Fry cheese cubes in hot oil for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
    ¼ cup olive oil, 8 oz halloumi cheese
  3. Toss fried cheese cubes in the spice mixture to coat. Serve immediately with the tomato sauce.
    ½ cup Quick and Luscious Tomato Sauce