Before eating these sesame halloumi cheese fries, I didn’t think it was possible for me to enjoy an entire block of cheese in one sitting. I stand corrected. You ever heard someone moan after they try a bite of something delicious? I did that.
I like my halloumi pretty salty, so I didn’t pre-soak, and the end result nicely contrasted the sweetness of the hot honey. I had my doubts at first that the halloumi wedges would work without a full breading station, but it absolutely did, and mine absolutely looked like the recipe author’s photo.
When buying Aleppo pepper flakes, ask if they’re mild or spicy, because I’ve seen both, and this will impact your hot honey simmer time. Aleppo is a pepper I find myself gravitating toward again and again because it has so much flavor, so it will be a great addition to your pantry if you don’t already have it.
Don’t be afraid to let the hot honey simmer longer than the recommended time if it’s not as spicy as you would like yet, and try not to burn your tongue when tasting it as I did.
Serve these fries as an appetizer or alongside a savory entrée.
