Fried halloumi with peppers and nectarines

4 servings

20 minutes

Fried halloumi with peppers and nectarines is a vibrant combination of Mediterranean flavors with hints of sweetness and spiciness. Halloumi, a popular Cypriot cheese, is known for its ability to maintain texture when fried, creating a delicious crispy crust. In this recipe, it pairs with caramelized nectarines and soft, aromatic bell peppers soaked in a spicy sauce made from honey, lemon juice, and vinegar. Sumac adds subtle citrus notes while fresh mint finishes the dish with a refreshing touch. This combination makes it perfect for a summer dinner, light snack or as an addition to breakfast with a cup of espresso. Greek cuisine is renowned for its balance of flavors and this recipe is a true embodiment of its culinary art.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 453.3
• Proteins: 15.2g
• Fats: 34g
• Carbohydrates: 24.3g

Ingredients

• Red sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Yellow bell pepper: 1 pc
• Nectarines: 4 pc
• Halloumi cheese: 250 g
• Mint: 10 g
• Olive oil: 50 ml
• Butter: 30 g
• Sumac: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• White wine vinegar: 5 ml
• Lemon juice: 10 ml
• Honey: 1 tsp
• Sugar: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Slice the peppers into thin strips, removing the core and seeds. Cut the nectarines in half and remove the pit.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Yellow bell pepper: 1 piece
   • Nectarines: 4 pieces

2. Slice the halloumi into 7-10 mm thick pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Halloumi cheese: 250 g

3. Fry the peppers in heated olive oil until soft, add salt, pepper, and sugar, and transfer to a separate dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Yellow bell pepper: 1 piece
   • Olive oil: 50 ml
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Sugar:  pinch

4. In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the nectarines on both sides until they have a caramel crust. Return the pepper to the nectarines, add vinegar, lemon juice, and honey. Remove from heat and let it steep.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 30 g
   • Nectarines: 4 pieces
   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Yellow bell pepper: 1 piece
   • White wine vinegar: 5 ml
   • Lemon juice: 10 ml
   • Honey: 1 teaspoon

5. Fry halloumi in olive oil until a nice crust forms. Arrange peppers, nectarines, and cheese on a plate, drizzling with the sauce from the pan. Sprinkle with chopped mint and sumac.

   Required ingredients:

   • Halloumi cheese: 250 g
   • Olive oil: 50 ml
   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Yellow bell pepper: 1 piece
   • Nectarines: 4 pieces
   • Sumac:  to taste
   • Mint: 10 g

6. A cup of espresso will perfectly complement breakfast.