Hot Honey Halloumi

# Ingredient List:

→ Halloumi & Greens

01 - 225 g (8 oz) halloumi cheese, sliced into 1 cm (½ inch) thick pieces

02 - 80 g (3 cups) fresh arugula

03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Hot Honey

04 - 3 tablespoons honey

05 - 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (or to taste)

06 - ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar

07 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - Freshly ground black pepper

09 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, chili flakes, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Warm gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Remove from heat and let infuse while you prepare the halloumi.

02 - Pat halloumi slices dry with paper towels to ensure even browning.

03 - Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the halloumi slices in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Remove from the pan and set aside.

04 - Arrange the arugula on a serving platter or individual plates. Place the warm halloumi on top.

05 - Drizzle generously with the chili-infused honey. Add a grind of black pepper and serve immediately with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

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This dish looks impressive but comes together before you know it, so you can still catch up with friends around the table.
The hot honey transforms mild halloumi into something completely craveable trust me, you&ll be swiping up every drop with bread.

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If you crowd the pan with halloumi, you&ll get sad, pale cheese—give each slice space for a proper golden edge.
Letting the hot honey rest after heating intensifies its flavor and tames the raw chili bite.

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