3-Ingredient Pan-Fried Halloumi: Easy Crispy Fix!
A quick and easy appetizer featuring salty halloumi cheese pan-seared until golden and crispy on the outside while remaining soft and creamy on the inside, finished with a bright squeeze of lemon.
- Author: info.mealsmell
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice, to taste
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Pat the halloumi slices dry with a paper towel to ensure a crispy crust.
- Place the slices in the hot skillet without overcrowding.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip the slices and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes on the other side.
- Remove from the skillet, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Always pat the cheese dry before frying to prevent splattering and ensure browning.
- Serve immediately as halloumi can become rubbery once it cools down.
- Do not add extra salt, as halloumi is naturally very salty.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 ounces
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
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