Crispy Halloumi Sticks with Harissa-Honey Drizzle
Crispy Halloumi Sticks with Harissa-Honey Drizzle These crispy halloumi sticks are the perfect appetizer or snack. They're made with halloumi cheese, which is a semi-hard cheese that has a high melting point. This means that it can be grilled or fried without melting, making it the perfect cheese for these sticks. The sticks are coated in a harissa-honey mixture, which gives them a sweet and spicy flavor. They're then baked until golden brown and crispy. Serve these halloumi sticks with additional harissa-honey drizzle, if desired.
Halloumi cheese is a Cypriot cheese that has been around for centuries. It is made from a mixture of sheep's and goat's milk, and it has a slightly salty flavor. Halloumi is traditionally grilled or fried, and it can be used in a variety of dishes. The harissa-honey mixture used in this recipe is a combination of harissa paste and honey. Harissa is a Tunisian chili paste that is made from a variety of chili peppers, garlic, and cumin. It has a spicy flavor, and it is often used in North African cuisine. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds a touch of sweetness to the harissa mixture. These crispy halloumi sticks are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or gatherings, and they're sure to be a hit with your guests.
Crispy Halloumi Sticks with Harissa-Honey Drizzle Crispy Halloumi Sticks with Harissa-Honey Drizzle Crispy Halloumi Sticks with Harissa-Honey Drizzle Crispy Halloumi Sticks with Harissa-Honey Drizzle
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 package halloumi cheese, cut into sticks
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup harissa paste
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, harissa paste, honey, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the halloumi sticks with the harissa-honey mixture.
  5. Place the halloumi sticks on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve immediately with additional harissa-honey drizzle, if desired.
Why It Works
  • The high melting point of halloumi cheese means that it can be grilled or fried without melting, making it the perfect cheese for these sticks.
  • The harissa-honey mixture gives the halloumi sticks a sweet and spicy flavor.
  • Baking the halloumi sticks until golden brown and crispy gives them a delicious crunch.