With Walnut Vinaigrette (Greek Pan-Fried Cheese) R

Name: With Walnut Vinaigrette (Greek Pan-Fried Cheese) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped raw walnuts (about 1 ounce; 30g); 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (1/2 ounce; 15g); 2 tablespoons honey (1 ounce; 30g); 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, from about 1/4 of a lemon; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 2 teaspoons neutral oil, such as safflower or canola; One 5- to 6-ounce slab halloumi or; cheese (140 to 170g; about a 1-inch-thick slice); 1/4 cup ouzo,; with anise, or arak (2 ounces; 55g); optional; Crusty bread or crackers, for serving

Servings: persons

1/4 cup chopped raw walnuts (about 1 ounce; 30g)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (1/2 ounce; 15g)
2 tablespoons honey (1 ounce; 30g)
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, from about 1/4 of a lemon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons neutral oil, such as safflower or canola
One 5- to 6-ounce slab halloumi or
cheese (140 to 170g; about a 1-inch-thick slice)
1/4 cup ouzo,
with anise, or arak (2 ounces; 55g); optional
Crusty bread or crackers, for serving

1
In a small saucepan, toast walnuts in olive oil over medium heat until nuts are golden brown and aromatic, about 4 minutes. Stir in honey and simmer until foamy, about 1 minute. Finish with lemon juice and parsley and set aside.
2
In a small cast iron skillet, heat neutral oil over high heat until smoking, about 3 minutes. Add cheese and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes, then flip, using a slotted offset spatula, to fry the other side. Remove from heat, leaving cheese in the pan.
3
Pour alcohol into a small pot and warm over medium heat until steaming, about 1 minute. Turn off heat and, using a stick lighter (see note), carefully light the fumes from the alcohol. Immediately pour the flaming alcohol over the cheese. (Use caution, as the fat in the pan will ignite in a glorious display.) Pour walnut vinaigrette on top to put out the flames. Serve right away alongside crusty bread or crackers.
4
Pour walnut vinaigrette directly over fried cheese. Serve right away alongside crusty bread or crackers.

128

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup chopped raw walnuts (about 1 ounce; 30g), 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (1/2 ounce; 15g), 2 tablespoons honey (1 ounce; 30g), 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, from about 1/4 of a lemon, and more.

Yes, With Walnut Vinaigrette (Greek Pan-Fried Cheese) Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

With Walnut Vinaigrette (Greek Pan-Fried Cheese) Recipe

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Variations & substitutions

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