Description
Swicy Pistachio Halloumi with Lime Glaze offers a crispy, bold flavor experience featuring pan-fried halloumi cheese coated in a crunchy pistachio crust, complemented by a sweet and tangy lime-honey glaze with a hint of spice. This fusion Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect as a vibrant appetizer or a satisfying vegetarian main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Coating
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 1/2 cup roasted pistachios, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Garnish
- Extra chopped pistachios
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Halloumi: Pat halloumi slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps the coating stick better and ensures a crisp finish.
- Make Coating Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the finely chopped roasted pistachios, cornstarch, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning in the coating.
- Coat Halloumi: Press each halloumi slice firmly into the pistachio mixture, ensuring an even, thick coating on all sides for maximum crunch.
- Fry Halloumi: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the coated halloumi slices carefully in the skillet and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Lime Glaze: While frying the halloumi, heat honey, lime juice, lime zest, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until the glaze is warm and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Glaze and Garnish: Drizzle the warm lime glaze over the crispy halloumi just before serving. Garnish with extra chopped pistachios and lime wedges for added texture and freshness.
- Serve: Serve the dish hot immediately to maintain the crispy texture and vibrant glaze flavor.
Notes
- Serve immediately to keep the halloumi crispy and fresh.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add chili crisp to the glaze.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad or your favorite grains for a filling vegetarian meal.
