**Halloumi with Quick Sweet Chilli Sauce: A Delightful Culinary Journey**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our star dish, halloumi with quick sweet chili sauce. This delectable combination of savory halloumi cheese and a vibrant, tangy sauce will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Dive into the article's collection of recipes to explore various renditions of this dish, including a classic halloumi fry-up, a refreshing halloumi salad, and a gourmet halloumi burger that's sure to impress. Each recipe offers unique flavor profiles and cooking techniques, catering to diverse preferences and culinary skills. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your cooking journey, our recipes will guide you effortlessly through the process of creating this delightful dish. Get ready to savor the perfect balance of flavors and textures as you explore the world of halloumi with quick sweet chili sauce.
HALLOUMI WITH QUICK SWEET CHILLI SAUCE
There is something so compelling about this squeaky cheese, and my fridge is stocked with it at all times. Most regularly I treat it as vegetarian bacon, dry-fried in a hot pan then dolloped with a peeled, soft-boiled egg (I'd rather peel an egg, even when it's hurty- hot, than poach one). But the idea for this recipe came to me one evening when I felt the need to counter the siren call of the halloumi's saltiness with some sweet-and-heat. I use a copper pixie-pan for the quick sauce - which takes all of 4 minutes - but if you don't have one, just make more and keep it afterwards in a sealed jar, heating up what you need on further occasions. (Recipe courtesy Simply Nigella)
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories Sauces
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Slice 2 of the chillies, leaving the seeds in, then de-seed the third and chop it into fine dice (this is for full-on fieriness; you may de-seed more cautiously if you wish) and add to a small pan - ideally, the sort sold as a butter-melting pan - along with the honey, and squeeze in 1 teaspoon of lime juice from one half of the lime. Put the pan on the smallest ring on the hob and bring to a bubble, then turn the heat down low, and let it foam away for 4 minutes. Stir frequently and do not leave the pan unattended, otherwise it will foam over the hob. Remove from the heat.
- Before you turn to the halloumi, arrange a few salad leaves on 2 plates, and pour as much or as little oil over them as you want. Cut the un-juiced half of the lime into wedges, and pop one on each plate if so wished.
- Slice the halloumi block into 8 pieces, and heat a cast-iron or heavy-based frying pan. When it's hot, add the slices and cook them - without any oil in the pan - for 30-60 seconds until they are tiger-striped underneath, then turn the slices over and cook until the underside is patchily bronzed, too.
- Remove the halloumi to the salad-lined plates and spoon the lipstick-red pieces of chilli in their honeyed glaze over the cheese. Eat immediately. Not hard to do.
- STORE NOTE: Transfer cooled leftover chilli sauce to a jar, then seal and store in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
HALLOUMI WITH SWEET CHILI SAUCE
The idea for this recipe came to me one evening when I felt the need to counter the siren call of the halloumi's saltiness with some sweet-and-heat. I use a copper pixie-pan for the quick sauce - which takes all of 4 minutes - but if you don't have one, just make more and keep it afterwards in a sealed jar, heating up what you need on further occasions.
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Slice 2 of the chillies, leaving the seeds in, then de-seed the third and chop it into fine dice (this is for full-on fieriness; you may de-seed more cautiously if you wish) and add to a small pan - ideally, the sort sold as a butter-melting pan - along with the honey, and squeeze in 1 teaspoon of lime juice from one half of the lime. Put the pan on the smallest ring on the hob and bring to a bubble, then turn the heat down low, and let it foam away for 4 minutes. Stir frequently and do not leave the pan unattended, otherwise it will foam over the hob. Remove from the heat.
- Before you turn to the halloumi, arrange a few salad leaves on 2 plates, and pour as much or as little oil over them as you want. Cut the un-juiced half of the lime into wedges, and pop one on each plate if so wished.
- Slice the halloumi block into 8 pieces, and heat a cast-iron or heavy-based frying pan. When it's hot, add the slices and cook them - without any oil in the pan - for 30-60 seconds until they are tiger-striped underneath, then turn the slices over and cook until the underside is patchily bronzed, too.
- Remove the halloumi to the salad-lined plates and spoon the lipstick-red pieces of chili in their honeyed glaze over the cheese. Eat immediately. Not hard to do.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.7, Fat 0.4, Sodium 7.3, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 16.2, Protein 1.5
Tips:
- To ensure the halloumi is cooked evenly, slice it into uniform thickness.
- For a crispier halloumi, cook it over medium-high heat. If you prefer a softer texture, cook it over medium heat.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the halloumi. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
- If you don't have a griddle pan, you can cook the halloumi in a regular frying pan. Just make sure the pan is hot before adding the halloumi.
- The sweet chili sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Conclusion:
Halloumi with quick sweet chili sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The halloumi is cooked to perfection and the sweet chili sauce adds a delicious flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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