Pan-Fried Halloumi

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Slices of halloumi cheese are pan-fried in olive oil and finished with fresh lemon juice and oregano for a tangy, salty, and savory saganaki cheese dish. Serve this appetizer with crusty bread for mopping up all the delicious pan juices!

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Diana Moutsopoulos
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Diana Moutsopoulos

Diana Moutsopoulos is a food writer, recipe developer, Greek cuisine expert, and an Editorial Director at Allrecipes.

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Published on June 1, 2024
Pan fried halloumi on plate garnished with lemon slice
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 (8.8 ounce) package halloumi cheese, cut into 8 slices

  • 1 large lemon, juiced, or more to taste

  • 2 pinches dried oregano

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet big enough to fit all halloumi slices.

  2. Once oil is hot but not smoking, add halloumi. Cook until well browned on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until browned, about 3 minutes. Pour lemon juice over browned halloumi and let reduce slightly.

  3. Remove from heat and sprinkle with oregano. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

256 Calories
21g Fat
4g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 256
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 9g 46%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 392mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 14g 28%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 322mg 25%
Iron 0mg 3%
Potassium 89mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.