Halloumi lover or halloumi hater? That is the question today! If you don’t already know where you stand on this very important issue, then have a go at these tasty halloumi skewers to find out. Even if you don’t like the halloumi, I’m pretty sure you’ll find something to love here!
I’m going to be honest with you here. Halloumi cheese, basically a salty, slightly ‘bouncy’ sheep’s or cow’s milk cheese from Cyprus that you fry in a dry pan until hot and crisp, isn’t for everyone. Mr. Scrummy, for instance, declared it as ‘rubbery’ when he first tried it and I know he would never choose a dish with it in from a restaurant menu.
As for me, well as you can probably guess I’m in the ‘love halloumi cheese’ camp and would highly encourage you to try it at least once before you decide if you’re in the ‘love halloumi’ or ‘hate halloumi’ camp!
Thread all your bits ‘n’ bobs onto the skewers, like so …
So the key to tasting halloumi at its best is to make sure it ends up nice and hot and crispy. You can either do this by frying slices of it (you buy it in a fat ‘log’) in a dry frying pan – just leave it to cook without moving it until the watery liquid that oozes out evaporates and starts to brown, then flip over and repeat on the other side – OR you can do what I’ve done here and stick cubes of it on a skewer with other yummies … like chorizo and tomatoes, let’s say 😉 – and grill/broil (there goes that pesky UK/US word difference again!).
Now don’t worry if a few bits of halloumi seem to give up the ghost and drop off their skewer as they’re grilling! I can almost guarantee this will happen, but never fear … just grill those bits by the side then sort of squash them back onto the skewer just before serving! < this ‘technique’ is of course indicative of how careful & precise I like to be while cooking! Ahem.
Don’t skip the honey-lime dressing! It’s nothing more complicated than oil, vinegar, lime juice & zest & honey, but in my opinion the bit of juicy, sweetening balance it brings to the dish ties the whole thing together.
I’d be over the moon if you gave these a go, and if you do and you haven’t tried halloumi before come back and tell me whether you’re a lover or a hater! I promise I won’t be offended if you hate it! 🙂
Oh, and lastly there are two more scrumptious halloumi recipes for you to try here on the blog – this one and this one (please excuse poor photos here!). Just in case you find out you can’t get enough of it 😉
Halloumi, chorizo & tomato skewers with honey lime dressing
Ingredients
For the skewers & salad
- 4 wooden skewers soaked in water for half an hour (so they don’t burn during cooking)
- 1 chorizo sausage 150 to 170 grams/5.3-6 ounces, peeled (if necessary) & cut into 1-inch or so chunks
- 16 cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces ‘log’ of halloumi cut into large(ish) cubes (at least 1.5 inches square)
- salad leaves of your choice
For the dressing
- 1 lime juice & zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon white wine or cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt/pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat up your broiler/grill.
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Thread the chorizo, tomatoes & halloumi chunks onto the skewers alternately (I began and ended with a tomato, but you don’t have to!).
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Lay the skewers on a grill/broiler pan (it’s best if you lay them on a metal grill over a pan so that the juices can drip through). Grill for about 10 minutes, turning regularly (and carefully!) until the halloumi is crisp and browned.
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Meanwhile, whisk all the dressing ingredients together and scatter a layer of salad leaves over a large platter or plate.
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When the skewers are done, carefully lay them over the salad leaves, then drizzle the dressing all over. Enjoy immediately with some nice fresh bread (if you like!).
Recipe Notes
'Pinch' the cheese quite tightly as you thread it onto the skewer. It's a bit fragile at times, so this will help it to NOT fall apart as you thread it on the stick!
When you broil/grill the skewers, don't worry if one or two bits of halloumi fall off. Just grill them to one side, then push them back onto the skewers when you serve them!
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Joanne says
I am firmly in the halloumi = LOVE camp…so pass me one of those skewers IMMEDIATELY!
Helen says
Oh, phew! I was beginning to think I was the only one who likes halloumi! Or who has even heard of it! Glad you have … and love it … too!!
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
We’re total skewer buddies today, Helen! How awesome is that?? And um these. I’m crushing over here! Lovin’ how ultra fresh these skewers look and that honey lime dressing sounds insaaaaaane. ! 🙂
Helen says
Oooh, really? OK, well I’m off to check out your post then! That truly is awesome! 🙂
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
Haha Helen, I love how “careful & precise” you are in your cooking! 😉 Seriously, I wouldn’t care if you happened to squish pieces of broken off halloumi together when chorizo is involved! Oooh and that honey lime dressing! Yum!
Helen says
Smirk smirk. What can I say? I did indeed ‘squish’ the halloumi right back onto that skewer. But you’re right, they didn’t taste any less tasty! 🙂
[email protected] says
I have never tried halloumi, but I really want to try your recipe. The skewers look so good and the dressing sounds really delicious.
Helen says
Oh, DO try it, Janette! At least once … it’s a lovely combination of ingredients here, too .. 🙂
mila furman says
OHHHH that looks really great!! What a great idea to make skewers out of CHEESE! That’s pretty classy 🙂
Helen says
Thanks, Mila! Blush, blush (you called me classy! – well, my food at least …)
Chrissy says
I’m a lover, and I love this idea. I see so many skewers with mozzarella or the like and I love this as a way to mix things up!
Helen says
Oooh, that’s a good idea to try something like this with mozzarella as well, Chrissy! Could be raw or cooked. Hope you’re enjoying your weekend!
[email protected] says
Your precise skills in the kitchen are just like mine. Meat on sticks seems ok but veggies ALWAYS seem to fall off!! 🙂
So – I didn’t realise the words “halloumi” + “hater” could be combined together? Who are these people??
I also cannot believe I’ve never tried halloumi on sticks before and intend to rectify that at my next gathering. 🙂
Helen says
Ha … glad I’m not the only one who can’t keep my veggies firmly on their sticks! 😉 I reckon these would do well at a BBQ, Nagi … although I’m not sure how I would fish the bits of dropped-off halloumi off the charcoal!
cheri says
Hi Helen, you know I have never tried halloumi…..since I am such a cheese fiend I should give these a go. Looks delicious!
Helen says
Hello Cheri! You really must give halloumi a whirl, especially as you seem to be a lover of Mediterranean recipes! 🙂
Kathleen | HapaNomNom says
I am definitely in the ‘I love halloumi’ camp! I can’t believe there would be anyone who wouldn’t like it! It’s grilled cheese for heaven’s sakes! 😉
These skewers look incredible! And that honey-lime dress sounds delightful!
Helen says
Yeah, who ARE these weird people? (Mr. Scrummy excluded of course!) Glad I’m not all alone in my ‘halloumi lover’ camp here, Kathleen! Hope you’re having a good weekend!
Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says
LOVE these skewers! This is my idea of the perfect summer food – love halloumi and chorizo so much! Definitely need to try these out!
Helen says
Ooh, really hope you do try them out, Jess! If only we got some better weather these would be great on a BBQ! 🙂
Ashley says
These skewers sound fantastic!! And that lime dressing??? I’d put that on all sorts of things! haha Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!
Helen says
Thanks, Ashley! The dressing really makes these! Hope your weekend has got off to a good start! 🙂
Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says
I’m a big fan of Halloumi – in fact just posted a recipe for Halloumi tacos. You and I are on the same wavelength. 🙂 These skewers look FABULOUS!
Helen says
Well, great minds and all that … popping over in a bit to check out your halloumi tacos v. soon! 🙂
Eva says
Je ne peux pas choisir un camp parce que je ne jamais gouter ! Je n’arrive pas à le trouver ! En tout cas, tes brochettes ont l’air sensationnels !!
Helen says
Oh! Je suis surprise qu’on ne peut pas le trouver la-bas! Tu l’as cherche a Carrefour?? 🙂
Eva says
ll faut que je demande !!
Laura says
Typical anything on a skewer does it for me! Especially with Father’s Day coming up =) Loving that honey lime dressing. As for the halloumini cheese, haven’t tried! And my spell check is going insane over it too. But I’ll have to know and will let me know!! Not even sure where to buy here =)
Helen says
Hi, Laura! I think it’s slowly becoming more popular and easy to find over there. I think somewhere like Wholefoods might have it, or a European-style deli. Hope you manage to find some some time and try it!
Allie | Baking a Moment says
My hubby and I are both halloumi lovers and this recipe is such a fabulous way to enjoy it! What a great combination of flavors and so perfect for warm summer nights!
Helen says
Thank you so much, Allie! This really is a great ‘alternative’ summer recipe … would work well on a BBQ as well, I think!
marcie says
Confession…I’ve never tried halloumi. I’d venture a guess and say I’d be a lover, especially with these delicious ingredients! These skewers sound incredible, Helen! 🙂
Helen says
Ooh nooo! Marcie, you really must! 🙂
mira says
Knowing where I come from, you know I’m a Halloumi lover! And I’ve been thinking to post a recipe for a while now! Love these skewers, pinned of course!
Helen says
Well, I’d love to see what amazing halloumi recipe you come up with too, Mira!!
Jennifer Stewart says
This looks like a perfect lunch for summer! I can’t always find the cheese but I love all the fresh ingredients and still splurging with the chorizo! I eat it rarely since when I do, I eat all I can find! Thanks for this great recipe!
Helen says
Hello, Jennifer! Thanks so much for passing by and saying hi. You can probably find the cheese from somewhere like Wholefoods if you’re in the US … or a European-style deli! Glad you like the recipe!
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
Sounds like I need to find some haloumi! Looks delicious and that honey lime dressing sounds amazing!
Helen says
Yes, you really must!! (Haven’t you tried it yet, Denise?) Loved the dressing, but this is good even by itself.
Dini @ Giramuk's Kitchen says
I am a firm Haloumi Lover! 🙂 These skewers sound delicious as your recipes always do!! I have to make these, because some people in my family have not eaten Haloumi yet!
Helen says
Ooh, thanks for the lovely compliment, Dini (I love your recipes, too!!) Glad I’ve inspired you to introduce halloumi to your family, too!
Kelley @ Chef Savvy says
I’ve actually never had Halloumi. Sounds fantastic! Need to try this asap!
Helen says
Oh, Kelley, you need to put that right!! 🙂
linda says
Ya Helen, I have never tried halloumi, but today when I tried your recipe first time I failed. But when I want to make it again, your recipe will help me. And this the great thing which I get from your recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Helen says
Hello, Linda! I hope you do get around to making these skewers … the halloumi goes so well with everything else!
Ambar says
Ok so now i’m intrigued by this cheese!! I have to try it as soon as possible!
Helen says
Hello, Ambar! Thanks so much for passing by. I really hope you do get around to trying halloumi! 🙂
[email protected] says
I am a big fan of Halloumi and just as big a fan of these skewers! They look divine!!
Helen says
Hi, Annie! Thank you and glad you like them!
Emma Ward says
These are literally under the grill right now and they smell amazing
Helen says
How exciting – I hope they tasted as good as they smelt, Emma! 🙂