Party & Appetizers
Halloumi Fondue with Mint Sauce
Serves 6
Ingredients
- 2 pkgs (7-10 oz each) Pittas Halloumi cheese
- 1 cup good frying oil
For the sauce
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Method
To make the sauce, put all the ingredients in food processor or blender and blend until smooth. Transfer into a serving bowl.
Cut the Halloumi into 3/4-inch cubes. Heat the oil in a deep metal saucepan or fondue pot. Transfer to the table and place over an alcohol lamp.
The guests are invited to spear a Halloumi cube on a heat proof handled fork, dip it in the hot oil, fry it to taste and then dip it in the sauce. Serve with bread and fresh vegetables to accompany.
Transcribed from the PittaS recipe booklet halloumi, the cheese that grills!, page 41. Published as written.
Made with PittaS halloumi. For pan, grill and barbecue technique see our guide to cooking halloumi, and for keeping it before you cook it, our notes on storage and shelf life.