Description
Crispy pan-fried halloumi coated in crushed pistachios and drizzled with a sweet chili glaze and lime. A bold appetizer that balances flavor and texture.
Ingredients
For the Halloumi
225g halloumi cheese, cut into thick sticks
2 eggs, beaten
50g all-purpose flour
80g finely crushed pistachios
40g panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Neutral oil for shallow frying
For the Swicy Glaze
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh red chili
Juice of ½ lime
For Serving
Chopped pistachios
Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Lime wedges
Instructions
1. Prepare three bowls for dredging: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of pistachios, panko, and sesame seeds.
2. Coat each halloumi stick in flour, then egg, then the pistachio mix until fully covered.
3. Heat a shallow layer of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry halloumi 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
4. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
5. In a small saucepan, simmer honey, soy sauce, chili flakes, chopped chili, and lime juice until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
6. Arrange fried halloumi on a plate. Drizzle with glaze, top with pistachios, and garnish with mint and lime wedges.
Notes
Pat halloumi dry before coating for better adhesion.
Use finely ground pistachios to avoid burning during frying.
Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.
Serve immediately for the best texture.
Use a neutral plate to highlight color and contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Shallow Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 to 4 pieces
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg