Back to Mediterranean-inspired Fusion Recipes
Author:
truffleandegg
TikTok
5M
228K
Hot Honey Crispy Halloumi Bites
Crispy halloumi cheese bites coated in a crunchy Parmesan panko breading, fried until golden brown, and then tossed in a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce. This snack perfectly balances the salty richness of the cheese with a fiery glaze, making it an ideal appetizer or party bite.
#Halloumi
#Crispy
#Snack
#Appetizer
#Hot Honey
#Cheese
#Easy
#Fried
#Party Food
Crispy Halloumi Bites with Hot Honey
Recipe Information
15m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Mediterranean-inspired Fusion
English
Nutrition (per serving)
400
Calories
18g
Protein
25g
Carbs
30g
Fat
Golden Fried Halloumi on Plate
Ingredients
Servings: 4
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Hot Honey Drizzle
Instructions
0/8 completed
0%
- Pat the halloumi block dry and cut it into approximately 1-inch bite-sized cubes.2m
Preview2mPreviewPat the halloumi block dry and cut it into approximately 1-inch bite-sized cubes. - Set up your breading station: Place flour in the first shallow dish, beaten egg in the second, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in the third.2m
Preview2mPreviewSet up your breading station: Place flour in the first shallow dish, beaten egg in the second, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in the third. - Dredge each halloumi cube first in flour (shaking off excess), then dip in the beaten egg (letting excess drip off), and finally coat thoroughly in the panko-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to ensure adhesion.5m
Preview5mPreviewDredge each halloumi cube first in flour (shaking off excess), then dip in the beaten egg (letting excess drip off), and finally coat thoroughly in the panko-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to ensure adhesion. - Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C).3m
Preview3mPreviewHeat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C). - Carefully place the breaded halloumi bites into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per batch, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.6m
Preview6mPreviewCarefully place the breaded halloumi bites into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per batch, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides. - Remove the fried halloumi bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.1mPreview1mPreviewRemove the fried halloumi bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- While the halloumi is frying or draining, prepare the hot honey sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the honey and hot sauce. Warm gently over low heat, stirring until well combined.2mPreview2mPreviewWhile the halloumi is frying or draining, prepare the hot honey sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the honey and hot sauce. Warm gently over low heat, stirring until well combined.
- Transfer the crispy halloumi bites to a bowl and drizzle generously with the warm hot honey sauce, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately.1mPreview1mPreviewTransfer the crispy halloumi bites to a bowl and drizzle generously with the warm hot honey sauce, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately.
💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!