Simple 3-Ingredient Pan-Fried Halloumi

3-Ingredient Pan-Fried Halloumi

This quick pan-fried halloumi makes an excellent Mediterranean-style snack or an elevated addition to salads and bowls. Because halloumi has a naturally high melting point, it doesn’t collapse when heated. Instead, it develops a crisp, salty crust while remaining tender and slightly squeaky inside. In just minutes, a simple block of cheese turns into something truly special.

Ingredients

  • Halloumi cheese, sliced into ½-inch pieces — 8 oz (225 g)
  • Olive oil or butter — 1 tablespoon
  • Dried oregano or fresh thyme (optional) — ½ teaspoon
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