Hot Honey Halloumi Snack (Printable)

Crispy halloumi paired with a sweet and spicy honey glaze, perfect as a flavorful snack or side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into ½ inch thick pieces

→ For Frying

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Hot Honey

03 - 3 tbsp honey
04 - 1-2 tsp hot sauce (sriracha or chili flakes to taste)
05 - ½ tsp lemon juice

→ Garnish (optional)

06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Pat halloumi slices dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Warm olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Place halloumi slices in a single layer; fry 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
04 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl; mix thoroughly.
05 - Transfer fried halloumi to a plate; drizzle generously with hot honey mixture.
06 - Sprinkle chopped parsley over halloumi and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The cheese gets crispy and golden on the outside while staying tender inside—a textural miracle that happens in under five minutes.
  • Hot honey is a flavor combination that feels fancy but requires only three ingredients and a small bowl.
  • It works as a snack, an appetizer, or a side dish that somehow makes everything around it taste better.
02 -
  • Halloumi has a high melting point, which is why it can be fried rather than melted—but it will eventually soften if left on the heat too long, so timing is everything.
  • Don't skip the drying step; any moisture on the surface will turn to steam and prevent the cheese from getting properly crispy.
03 -
  • If you're cooking for a group, you can fry all the halloumi ahead of time and reheat it in a warm oven for a few minutes, then drizzle with hot honey just before serving.
  • The hot honey actually gets better if you make it a few hours ahead—the flavors deepen and meld in a way that feels intentional rather than last-minute.
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