Crispy Chili Honey Halloumi Bites πŸ§€πŸŒΆπŸ―

🧾 Ingredients

Halloumi

  • 1 block halloumi cheese (200–250g), cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 2–3 tbsp cornstarch (makes it super crispy!)
  • 1–2 tbsp oil (for pan frying)

Chili Honey Glaze

  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1–2 tsp chili flakes (or Siracha/chili paste)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Β½ tsp soy sauce (optional – adds depth)
  • Pinch of salt

Garnish

  • Sesame seeds
  • Chopped parsley or green onions

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions

1. Prep the halloumi

  • Cut into bite-size chunks.
  • Pat dry (important!).
  • Toss in cornstarch to coat all sides.

2. Fry until crispy

  • Heat a pan with 1–2 tbsp oil.
  • Add halloumi pieces.
  • Fry 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  • Remove and set aside.

3. Make the chili honey glaze

In the same pan, lower heat and add:

  • Honey
  • Chili flakes
  • Lemon juice
  • Soy sauce (optional)

Stir just until warm and bubbling.

4. Coat the halloumi

Add the crispy halloumi bites back to the pan.
Toss to coat in the sticky, spicy honey glaze.


✨ Serve Immediately

Sprinkle with:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Parsley or green onion
  • Extra chili flakes if you want it hot

🧑 Perfect With:

  • Toasted bread
  • Salads
  • Bowls
  • Wraps
  • Party platters
  • Or eaten straight from the pan 😁

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