🧀🌶🍯 Crispy Chili Honey Halloumi Bites

Golden, crunchy halloumi cubes tossed in sweet-spicy chili honey sauce—an irresistible appetizer or snack!

Ingredients

For the halloumi

• 1 block halloumi cheese (about 8 oz), cut into bite-sized cubes
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

For the chili honey sauce

• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Directions

1. Prepare the halloumi: Cut cheese into 1-inch cubes.
2. Prepare the coating: Mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper in one bowl. Place panko in another.
3. Coat the halloumi: Dredge cubes in flour mixture, then coat with panko.
4. Fry the halloumi: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry cubes 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Work in batches if needed.
5. Make the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine honey, chili flakes, soy sauce, and garlic powder over low heat. Stir until smooth.
6. Coat the halloumi: Toss fried halloumi in chili honey sauce until evenly coated.
7. Serve: Arrange on a platter, garnish with extra chili flakes if desired, and enjoy immediately.

Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Servings: 4–6 (about 6–8 bites each)
• Kcal: ~250 kcal per serving

✨ Crispy, savory, sweet, and spicy—these bites are the perfect party starter or snack!