Halloumi: A Mediterranean Favourite
Halloumi is an essential component of many Mediterranean recipes and a favourite ingredient at HelloFresh. However, to get it perfectly cooked requires a few easy tips and tricks. Here’s how to cook the perfect halloumi.
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Don’t use oil. The halloumi will release its own fat as it fries – and as it doesn’t melt like other cheeses, it shouldn’t stick to the pan.
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Use a non-stick pan at medium-high heat. Since you won’t be using oil, make sure the pan you use is non-stick so you can easily flip the halloumi during cooking.
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Cut your halloumi into 1cm slices. Slices thinner than 1cm will crisp up too quickly and you’ll miss out on the gooey center.
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Only flip your halloumi once all the fatty liquid has evaporated. The cheese should be golden brown before you flip it.
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The second side will only take a minute to brown. Don’t leave it on the stove too long or your halloumi will dry up.
Bonus tip: Rub the halloumi with dried herbs like mint or oregano before cooking to add an extra layer of flavour to this Mediterranean favourite.
