Grilled Halloumi

Ingredients

• •1 lb halloumi cheese
• •2 tablespoons olive oil
• •1 lemon
• •1 teaspoon dried oregano
• •1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• •to taste salt
• •to taste black pepper
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

Directions

1. 1Cut halloumi cheese into 1/2-inch thick slices and pat dry with paper towels.
2. 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until very hot.
3. 3Season cheese slices with salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes on both sides.
4. 4Grill cheese slices for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown with a crispy crust and soft interior.
5. 5Transfer to a serving plate and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over the warm cheese.
6. 6Sprinkle with minced garlic and fresh mint, and serve hot.

💡 Halloumi needs high heat and short cooking. Once deeply browned, get it off the grill before the centre becomes squeaky and rubbery.

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