Best 10 Grilled Spicy Halloumi Cheese Recipes

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Grilled spicy halloumi cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer barbecue or picnic. The combination of the salty, squeaky cheese and the spicy marinade creates a flavor that is both unique and addictive. Best of all, it can be prepared in just minutes. Whether you are a seasoned griller or a complete beginner, this recipe is sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED HALLOUMI CHEESE



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound chunk Halloumi
2 tablespoons picked oregano leaves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 grilled lemon, juiced
Pita bread, grilled

Steps:

  • Brush the cheese with olive oil and place onto a medium hot grill for 2 minutes on each side, or until marked. Remove and slice into 1/2-inch pieces. Sprinkle with oregano. Drizzle the olive oil on top and squeeze the lemon juice over the cheese. Serve with grilled pita bread.

GRILLED HALLOUMI AND VEGETABLES



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Halloumi is a firm, white, brined cheese traditionally made from a mixture of goat's and sheep's milk. (Though today, cow's milk is often used.) Like other low-fat cheeses, it is perfect for grilling. It sears and colors quickly when it hits the hot grill. The interior softens, but the cheese doesn't melt; it just warms up invitingly.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     lunch, vegetables, appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 pound halloumi
2 sweet red peppers
1 large zucchini
1 Japanese eggplant
1 bunch scallions, trimmed
Salt and pepper
About 1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme or crumbled dried mint
1/2 to 1 teaspoon sumac (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare a hot grill. Cut halloumi into 8 to 12 slabs, about 1/3- to 1/2-inch thick. Cut peppers into wide pieces, slicing from top to bottom along the natural indentations. Discard seeds. Cut pieces in half crosswise. Slice the zucchini and eggplant on the diagonal, into 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick rounds.
  • Season all vegetables with salt and pepper. Brush vegetables and halloumi with olive oil.
  • Grill vegetables until tender and nicely charred, turning occasionally. If you'd like, use an outdoor grill pan to keep them from slipping through the grate. Scallions will be ready after 3 to 4 minutes. Peppers, zucchini and eggplant take about 10 minutes. Arrange on a platter.
  • Grill halloumi, turning occasionally, for 2 to 6 minutes, until grill marks appear. When you press on the cheese, it should give but it should not be runny.
  • Remove cheese to the platter with vegetables and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle cheese and vegetables with herbs and sumac, if you'd like, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 423, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 943 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

HOW TO GRILL HALLOUMI CHEESE



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Did you know you could grill a big hunk of cheese?! Halloumi has an incredibly high melting point, making it perfect for grilling. The result is a warmed, salty, chewy-hard cheese perfect for all kinds of uses. Here's how to do it.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 11m

Number Of Ingredients 1

Halloumi cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat outdoor grill or stove-top grill pan over medium-high heat/flame, about 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Cut the halloumi into approximately 1/4-1/3 inch slices.
  • Once hot, place the halloumi on the grill. Flip each slice after about 3 minutes, or once golden brown grill marks appear. Grill on other side then remove from grill. It's done!

GRILLED HALLOUMI



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Grilled halloumi cheese is all the excuse you need to fire up the grill. It is golden and crispy on the outside ... soft and gooey on the inside.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Brush olive oil over both sides of each cheese slice.
  • Place cheese directly on the grate and grill for 3 minutes. Flip and grill 3 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 42.5 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 623.8 mg

SPICED GRILLED HALLOUMI



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The play between salty, hot cheese and sweet, juicy tomatoes is what makes this dish sizzle. Halloumi is a springy Cypriot cheese that bronzes when hit with intense heat, but you must pat it dry before grilling. Pile the singed cheese atop sliced tomatoes, which are seasoned here with salt and olive oil to concentrate their flavor. The salt will also extract water from the tomatoes, creating a light dressing. Finally, for texture, everything is sprinkled with a combination of crushed coriander and cumin seeds, red-pepper flakes and a touch of sugar. (You could also use a store-bought or homemade dukkah if you have it on hand.) Serve with grilled bread or pita, or embellish with herbs, cucumbers, grilled peppers, lentils, beans or grains.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds ripe tomatoes (any variety), sliced 1/2-inch thick
Kosher salt
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 (8- to 9-ounce) package halloumi, sliced 1/4- to 1/3-inch thick
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more as needed
1/4 teaspoon granulated or Demerara sugar, plus more as needed

Steps:

  • Prepare a charcoal grill for two-zone cooking over medium-high heat by pouring the coals onto one half of the grill. For a gas grill, heat all of the burners to high, then turn off one of the end burners before cooking.
  • While the grill is heating, arrange the tomatoes on a platter with an edge to prevent leaking and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Drizzle with olive oil. Set aside. Pat halloumi dry and drizzle with olive oil to coat on both sides. Set aside.
  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds and red-pepper flakes, shaking often, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and smash with the side of your knife until cracked. (You can also do this with a mortar and pestle.) Transfer to a small bowl, add the sugar, and rub with your fingers to further crush the seeds.
  • When you're ready to grill, take the halloumi, tomatoes, seeds, tongs and a tightly folded paper towel soaked with olive oil to the grill. Clean the grates with a grill brush, then oil the grates with the paper towel. Grill the cheese over the flame, flipping halfway through, until well browned and it releases easily from the gates, 4 to 6 minutes total. (For a gas grill, close the lid between flips, listening and keeping an eye out for flare-ups.) If the cheese sticks to the grates, give it another minute on the heat. Transfer the cheese to the tomatoes, then sprinkle with the seeds. Season to taste with more red-pepper flakes, sugar and olive oil.

GRILLED SPICY HALLOUMI CHEESE



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Halloumi cheese has always been a family favorite. Dipping it in Sriracha sauce kicks it up to another level.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
2 teaspoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix Sriracha, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Dip each halloumi cheese slice into Sriracha mixture and let rest 5 minutes.
  • Place each halloumi slice on the hot grill and cook for 3 minutes. Carefully flip slices and cook an additional 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 42.5 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 782.6 mg

GRILLED HALLOUMI WITH SPICY-SWEET PEPPERS



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The firm texture of halloumi makes it a great candidate for grilling. Here, planks of the cheese are quickly marked on the grill, then topped with a mixture of chopped roasted peppers and Calabrian chilies for a sweet and hot kick. This appetizer comes together quickly and is perfect when served with crusty bread.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup finely chopped jarred roasted red peppers
1 teaspoon chopped Calabrian chile peppers packed in oil
1 clove garlic, finely grated
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the grill
Kosher salt
1 8-ounce block halloumi cheese, patted dry and cut into 1/2-inch planks
Torn fresh basil and mint, for topping
Warm sliced baguette or ciabatta, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Combine the roasted peppers, Calabrian chiles, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt, stir and set aside.
  • Oil the grill grates. Grill the halloumi until well marked and warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove to a platter. Spoon the red pepper mixture over the cheese and top with basil and mint. Serve with bread.

GRILLED HALLOUMI CHEESE



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Grilled halloumi is quick and easy to make on your home barbecue grill. Learn how to use this grillable cheese by itself or part of veggie skewers.

Provided by Jolinda Hackett

Categories     Side Dish     Snack

Time 11m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (8.8-ounce) package halloumi (or halloumi-style cheese)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Garnish: lemon wedges, fresh herbs

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Prepare a medium (350 F to 375 F) gas or charcoal grill fire. Slice the halloumi cheese into wide, 1/2-inch thick slices and lightly brush each side with olive oil .
  • Carefully place the cheese on the grill for just a few minutes on each side (about 2 to 3 minutes), until lightly browned and gently crisped; do not over-grill.
  • Garnish the cheese slices with lemon wedges and fresh herbs .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 786 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 42 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GRILLED HALLOUMI CHEESE



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This recipe for grilled halloumi cheese with preserved lemons and olives is courtesy of Jeremy Meltzer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, preferably Yellingbo
2 preserved lemons, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound mixed olives, pitted
1 clove garlic, minced
3 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely minced, plus more sprigs for garnish
1 pound halloumi cheese
Salt flakes
Freshly ground black pepper
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together olive oil, lemons, olives, garlic, and rosemary. Place cheese in a small dish and cover with olive oil mixture, turning cheese to coat. Let marinate 1 hour.
  • Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill cheese, lemons, and olives until cheese is lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer items to a serving platter, garnish with rosemary, and serve immediately with bread.

GRILLED HALLOUMI WITH STRAWBERRIES AND HERBS



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Provided by Kimberley Hasselbrink

Categories     Cheese     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Strawberry     Mint     Fall     Spring     Summer     Cilantro     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 teaspoons agave nectar
1 serrano chile, seeds removed if desired, minced
Freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces strawberries, hulled, sliced
1 8-9-ounce package halloumi cheese, cut into 8 slices
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, whisk together 3 tablespoons oil, lime juice, agave nectar, chile, and pepper to taste. Toss with strawberries and set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. When hot, add halloumi. Cook cheese for 2-3 minutes per side without disturbing, until a deep brown crust forms.
  • Remove cheese from skillet and spoon straw- berry mixture over slices of cheese. Top with mint and cilantro and serve immediately, while cheese is still warm.

Tips:

  • Choose the right halloumi cheese: Look for a firm, white cheese with a slightly salty flavor. Avoid halloumi that is too soft or crumbly.
  • Slice the halloumi cheese properly: Cut the cheese into 1/2-inch thick slices. If the slices are too thin, they will become too crispy and may fall apart on the grill. If the slices are too thick, they will take too long to cook and may not get crispy.
  • Marinate the halloumi cheese: Marinating the cheese in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices will help to add flavor and moisture. You can marinate the cheese for as little as 30 minutes or for up to overnight.
  • Grill the halloumi cheese over medium heat: This will help to prevent the cheese from burning. Cook the cheese for 2-3 minutes per side, or until it is golden brown and slightly crispy.
  • Serve the grilled halloumi cheese immediately: Halloumi cheese is best served hot off the grill. You can serve it as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.

Conclusion:

Grilled halloumi cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its unique flavor and texture, halloumi cheese is a great addition to any meal. Whether you are grilling it, frying it, or baking it, halloumi cheese is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give grilled halloumi cheese a try. You won't be disappointed!

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