Crispy Halloumi Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Golden halloumi layered between toasted bread, crisp outside and melted inside, perfect for a savory meal.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 7 oz halloumi cheese, sliced 1/5 inch thick

→ Bread & Spread

02 - 4 slices rustic or sourdough bread
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Optional Additions

05 - 2 tsp honey or hot honey for drizzling
06 - Small handful fresh rocket/arugula or baby spinach
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Pat halloumi slices dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry halloumi slices for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
03 - Butter one side of each bread slice evenly.
04 - Place two bread slices, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Layer fried halloumi evenly on top, add optional greens and drizzle honey if desired. Season with black pepper.
05 - Cover with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
06 - Clean skillet and return to medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and cheese warmed through.
07 - Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The salted halloumi means you dont need to add extra salt to the sandwich
  • It transforms five basic ingredients into something that feels restaurant-worthy
02 -
  • Halloumi releases moisture as it cooks so dont crowd the pan or it will steam instead of crisp
  • Let the sandwiches rest 30 seconds after grilling so the cheese sets slightly before slicing
03 -
  • Hot honey instead of regular honey adds a gentle heat that works surprisingly well
  • If your halloumi is very salty, rinse it under cold water before patting dry and cooking
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