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    Home » Easy Recipes » Fried Halloumi And Tomato Toast

    Fried Halloumi And Tomato Toast

    Last updated March 30, 2022. Originally posted March 29, 2022 By Jenny Skrapaliori-Graves. 13 Comments.

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    This fried halloumi and tomato toast is perfection in a bite. With cherry tomatoes, halloumi cheese, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and fresh basil, it is a great choice whenever you want something quick, satisfying, and delicious.

    This recipe has few ingredients and can be ready in 15 minutes tops.

    Fried halloumi and tomatoes on toast, on a plate with a cloth napkin, tomatoes and fresh herbs.

    What is halloumi cheese

    Halloumi (Χαλλούμι)is a semi-hard, unripened cheese made from goat's and sheep's milk, and sometimes cow's milk. It is more often enjoyed fried or grilled, its unique squeaky texture has a high melting point ideal for grilling or frying.

    Halloumi is a Cypriot cheese but is very popular in Greece and the eastern Mediterranean. 

    Why this recipe sings

    The fried halloumi is perfectly paired with sourdough bread, fresh ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. A touch of balsamic vinegar awakens more flavors and the result is a very satisfying snack.

    What you need

    Ingredients for fried halloumi and tomato toast.
    • Halloumi cheese. You can find it in super markets and grocery stores.
    • Sourdough bread. I love the sour flavor of good sourdough. Obviously you can use your favorite bread. Pick a nice loaf of bread from your bakery and go to town!
    • Cherry tomatoes. You can also use ripe regular tomatoes. When they are not in season I use the campari variety. They are always sweet and juicy and never dissapoint.
    • Dried oregano. Italian or greek seasoning mix will also work.
    • Fresh basil leaves. I love the scent of fresh basil mixed with tomatoes and olive oil, it smells like greek summer.
    • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
    • Balsamic vinegar. You only need a teaspoon or two. Balsamic glaze will work as well, just be mindful of the amount. Less is more.

    Detailed measurements, instructions, and substitutions can be found on the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

    How to cook halloumi

    This is one of the easiest fried cheese recipes. Cooking halloumi via stovetop or grill really brings out its flavor. All you need is a hot skillet (or a hot grill)with some olive oil and seasonings like sea salt and pepper.

    Here is what I do to make this halloumi toast.

    Place a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add one tablespoon of olive oil. When the oil is hot but not smoking add your slices of bread and toast on both sides. Remove and set aside on a plate.
    Two slices of halloumi cheese on cast iron.
    Add one tablespoon of olive oil to the hot skillet. Place the halloumi slices and season with sea salt, freshly ground pepper, and dried oregano (to taste). Fry cheese on both sides for one minute total.
    Fried halloumi and tomatoes on toast, on a plate with a cloth napkin, tomatoes and fresh herbs.

    Place the halloumi slices on the bread. Add the sliced cherry tomatoes—season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper and more dried oregano to taste. Add a couple of fresh basil leaves. Drizzle a little olive oil and a dash of balsamic on top. Enjoy!

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    Fried halloumi and tomatoes on toast, on a plate with a cloth napkin, tomatoes and fresh herbs.

    Fried Halloumi And Tomato Toast

    by Jenny | The Greek Foodie
    This fried halloumi and tomato toast is an excellent choice whenever you want something quick, satisfying, and delicious.
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Course Lunch, Snack
    Cuisine Greek
    Servings 2
    Calories 321 kcal

    Equipment

    • cast iron skillet or a nonstick skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 6 slices halloumi cheese
    • 2 slices sourdough bread
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
    • dry oregano to taste
    • fresh basil leaves to taste
    • freshly ground pepper to taste
    • sea salt to taste
    • balsamic vinegar to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Place a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. When it is hot add one tablespoon of olive oil.
    • Place two slices of sourdough bread on the skillet and toast them well on both sides. Remove and set aside on a plate.
    • Add one tablespoon of olive oil to the hot skillet. Place the halloumi slices and season with sea salt, freshly ground pepper, and dried oregano (to taste). Fry cheese on both sides for one minute total.
    • Place the halloumi slices on the bread.
      Add the sliced cherry tomatoes—season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper and more dried oregano to taste.
      Add a couple of fresh basil leaves. Drizzle a little olive oil and a dash of balsamic on top. Enjoy!

    Notes

    This recipe works well with other types of cheese.
    • You can substitute with feta cheese; taste it first to check the amount of salt in the cheese. You want to avoid over-salting.
    • Another great substitute is ricotta cheese. Just spread a generous amount of ricotta on the toasted bread and follow with the tomatoes, basil, and seasonings.
     
    Substitute with the tomatoes of your choice.
    • No need to use cherry tomatoes if you don't have them handy. My only suggestion is always to use ripe, good tomatoes. Off-season, I love Campari tomatoes, they are very close to the greek variety, and they are sweet and juicy.
    • Remember to always store your tomatoes on the counter instead of in the fridge. Remove the stems and place tomatoes upside down on a plate or cutting board at room temperature. Use your fully ripened tomatoes as soon as you can. Greeks always store their tomatoes at room temperature and consume them as soon as they are ripe and juicy.
     
    Nutritional Info – Please keep in mind that nutritional information provided is only an estimate and can vary based on the products used.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 430mgPotassium: 237mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 364IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 3mg
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