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Sesame-Crusted Halloumi with Ginger-Lime Glaze

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This Sesame-Crusted Halloumi with Ginger-Lime Glaze is crispy, golden, and bursting with bold, zesty flavor. With nutty sesame seeds, gooey cheese, and a sticky sweet-tart glaze, this fast and easy dish is perfect as a showstopping appetizer or small plate.

Ingredients

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For the sesame-crusted halloumi:

  • 250 g halloumi, sliced into 1 cm thick strips

  • 1 egg, beaten

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 4 tablespoons sesame seeds (white or mix of white & black)

  • 1 tablespoon panko breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • Oil for shallow frying

For the ginger-lime glaze:

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

  • 1 teaspoon lime zest

  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (for slurry)

Optional garnish:

  • Chopped scallions

  • Extra lime zest

  • Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the halloumi: Pat slices dry. Lightly coat in flour, then dip in beaten egg.

2️⃣ Coat: Mix sesame seeds, panko, and cornstarch. Press halloumi slices into mixture until coated on all sides.

3️⃣ Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry halloumi 2–3 minutes per side until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels.

4️⃣ Make the glaze: In a small pan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, lime juice, zest, ginger, and chili flakes. Simmer gently. Add cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until thick and glossy.

5️⃣ Serve: Drizzle glaze over hot halloumi or serve on the side. Garnish with scallions, lime zest, and sesame seeds.

Notes

✅ Serve as a small plate, starter, or part of a tapas spread.
✅ Delicious alongside rice, noodles, or a fresh salad.
✅ Adjust glaze heat level with more or less chili.

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