This recipe guides you through the simple steps to grill halloumi cheese, creating delicious and crisp grilled halloumi slices with irresistible golden brown grill marks.
Slice the halloumi into ½ inch slices, and remove any moisture (brine) with paper towels. Preheat the grill over medium heat, and clean and grease the grill grates.
How to Make Grilled Halloumi (1/4):
Place the slices of cheese on the grill grates, and grill for 2-3 minutes on the first side without flipping or touching, then flip and grill for 2-3 more minutes. This will give you the grill marks.
How to Make Grilled Halloumi (2/4):
If using a grill pan, drizzle the pan with olive oil before adding the halloumi and cook for 2-3 minutes per side.
How to Make Grilled Halloumi (3/4):
Serve with fresh sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and fresh mint leaves. Drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with a grind of black pepper or sumac.
How to Make Grilled Halloumi (4/4):
This grilled halloumi is perfect for vegetarian grilling, a side, or to serve in salads or sandwiches.