What is Halloumi? Halloumi is a salty, semi-hard cheese from Cyprus made from unpasteurized sheep or goat’s milk (or a combination of the two) as well as animal rennet. Halloumi is prized for ...

Arrange the halloumi on top and serve with a few basil leaves.

Halloumi can be used to make the Greek dish saganaki — essentially, fried cheese. No, it’s not good for you or your heart, but your taste buds will do backflips.

But halloumi isn’t as squeaky clean as you might think. In fact, it’s got three times the calories of ricotta, is saltier than Stilton and contains more fat than cheese board favourites such ...

Halloumi is a squeaky, rubbery cheese that hails from Cyprus. It's unique texture and salty taste make it perfect for grilling and frying. Here's what to know.

If using a grill, grill the Halloumi over direct medium heat until it’s well-marked, 6 to 8 minutes, turning once. If cooking on the stovetop, heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.

One of our favorite cheeses, Halloumi resists melting, which makes it great for pan-frying and roasting. Here are our Halloumi cooking tips and favorite Halloumi recipes.

Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Judy Kim. Whether you cook it until melty or leave it gorgeously firm, it’s always delicious. If you’re craving chicken or pork katsu, consider this ...