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Charred Miso-Glazed Halloumi Bites...Charred Miso-Glazed Halloumi Bites with Fresh Fig & Pistachio Gremolata

Name: Charred Miso-Glazed Halloumi Bites with Fresh Fig & Pistachio Gremolata
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 250g premium Halloumi cheese, patted dry and cubed into 1-inch pieces; 1 tbsp white miso paste (Shiro Miso); 1 tbsp Grade A maple syrup; 1 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar; 4 ripe Black Mission or Turkish figs, quartered; 2 tbsp roasted unsalted pistachios, finely crushed; 5 large fresh mint leaves, chiffonade; 1 tsp freshly grated organic lemon zest; 1 tbsp high-quality extra virgin olive oil

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Cuisine

Modern Fusion

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Servings

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Prep Time

10 mins

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Cook Time

10 mins

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Difficulty

Medium

An elevated snack balancing the salty-savory notes of caramelized halloumi with the honeyed sweetness of fresh figs and a bright, citrus-herb crunch.

Modern FusionMedium

Ingredients

•250g premium Halloumi cheese, patted dry and cubed into 1-inch pieces

•1 tbsp white miso paste (Shiro Miso)

•1 tbsp Grade A maple syrup

•1 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar

•4 ripe Black Mission or Turkish figs, quartered

•2 tbsp roasted unsalted pistachios, finely crushed

•5 large fresh mint leaves, chiffonade

•1 tsp freshly grated organic lemon zest

•1 tbsp high-quality extra virgin olive oil

Cooking Instructions

01
In a small ramekin, whisk together the white miso, maple syrup, and rice vinegar until a smooth emulsion forms.
02
In a small bowl, combine the crushed pistachios, mint chiffonade, and lemon zest to create the gremolata. Set aside.
03
Heat a heavy-bottomed non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, followed by the halloumi cubes.
04
Sear the halloumi for 1-2 minutes per side until a deep golden-brown crust develops. Ensure all sides are crisp.
05
Reduce the heat to low. Pour the miso-maple glaze over the halloumi and toss rapidly for 30 seconds until the glaze reduces to a sticky lacquer. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
06
Place each glazed halloumi cube on a serving platter. Top each with a quartered fig wedge.
07
Generously garnish with the pistachio gremolata and serve immediately while the cheese is warm and supple.

Cooking Reviews

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July 1, 2023