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Crispy Hot Honey Halloumi Schnitzel

Crispy Hot Honey Halloumi Schnitzel
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Crispy Hot Honey Halloumi Schnitzel is a deliciously crunchy and flavorful dish combining salty halloumi cheese fried to golden perfection with a spicy-sweet hot honey drizzle. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers a perfect balance of bold flavors and textures, ideal for snacks, appetizers, or a main meal with your favorite sides.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese

  • 250g halloumi cheese (firm or grilling type), sliced ½-inch thick

Breading Station

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1 pinch salt and 1 tsp paprika mixed with the flour (or smoked paprika for smoky twist)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (or aquafaba for vegan version)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
  • ½ tsp chili flakes mixed into breadcrumbs (adjust to taste)

Frying & Finishing

  • Olive oil or vegetable oil, for frying
  • 3 tbsp hot honey (or regular honey mixed with chili flakes)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice, for finishing

Optional Spices & Garnishes

  • Additional chili flakes or cayenne pepper (for extra heat)
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Halloumi: Slice the halloumi into ½-inch thick pieces for even cooking and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture which helps the breading stick and keeps the schnitzel crispy.
  2. Set Up Your Breading Station: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour (flour mixed with salt and paprika), one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with chili flakes. This makes breading quick and organized.
  3. Coat the Halloumi: Dredge each halloumi slice lightly in the flour, then dip into the egg mixture ensuring full coverage, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture firmly, coating all sides completely for a crunchy crust.
  4. Fry to Golden Perfection: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the breaded halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp, avoiding overcrowding the pan to maintain even cooking and crunch.
  5. Drain and Drizzle with Hot Honey: Transfer fried schnitzels to paper towels to drain excess oil. Place on a serving plate and drizzle generously with hot honey to add a warm, spicy sweetness that enhances every bite. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Notes

  • Choose firm or ‘grilling’ halloumi for best frying results.
  • Pat halloumi slices dry thoroughly before breading to ensure crispiness.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for an airy, crunchy coating.
  • Maintain medium heat when frying to avoid burning or greasiness.
  • Let schnitzels rest briefly after frying to set the crust before drizzling honey.
  • For gluten-free, substitute flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free versions.
  • Vegan variation: use firm tofu or plant-based cheese and aquafaba instead of egg.
  • Hot honey can be replaced by mixing regular honey with chili flakes or hot sauce.
  • To bake instead of fry, cook breaded halloumi at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.

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Keywords: halloumi, schnitzel, hot honey, crispy, vegetarian, snack, appetizer, Mediterranean, gluten free

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