3-Ingredient Pan-Fried Halloumi

Simple. Salty. Crispy. Absolute magic. 🧀🔥
Here’s the no-nonsense version that always hits.

3-Ingredient Pan-Fried Halloumi

Ingredients

• Halloumi cheese

• Olive oil

• Fresh lemon (or a drizzle of honey if you’re feeling cheeky)

Instructions

1. Slice halloumi into ¼–½ inch thick slabs.

2. Heat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Add a thin layer of olive oil.

3. Pan-fry halloumi 2–3 minutes per side until deeply golden and crispy.

4. Remove from heat and immediately squeeze fresh lemon over the top.

That’s it. Don’t overthink it.

Pro Tips

• Pat halloumi dry before frying = better crust

• Don’t crowd the pan (crisp > steam)

• Serve immediately—halloumi waits for no one

Easy Ways to Serve

• With watermelon + mint

• On toast with chili flakes

• Tossed into salads or grain bowls

• As a mezze plate star with olives

If you want a sweet version, air-fryer method, or Mediterranean plate idea, say the word.