Grilled Halloumi with Bamboo Shoot and Sweet Chili Sauce
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners that always impresses guests. Halloumi's high melting point makes it perfect for grilling, developing those gorgeous golden crusts while staying beautifully creamy inside. The bamboo shoots add a wonderful crisp texture and are packed with fiber, supporting digestive health. What I love most is how simple this comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table, and the ingredients won't break the bank. The sweet chili sauce brings everything together with a perfect balance of heat and sweetness that makes this dish absolutely addictive. Trust me, once you try this combination, you'll be making it again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 ghalloumi cheese
- 473 mlbamboo shoots(drained and sliced)
- 237 mlsweet chili sauce
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 2 tbsplemon juice
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tsppepper
- 1 bunchfresh coriander(chopped)
- 1 tspred pepper flakes
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together sweet chili sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Tip: Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 3
Slice the Halloumi and bamboo shoots.
- 4
Brush the Halloumi with the sweet chili mixture and place on the grill.
Tip: Grill for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- 5
Serve the grilled Halloumi with the sliced bamboo shoots, drizzled with any remaining sweet chili sauce, and garnished with fresh coriander.
- 6
Enjoy this delicious and easy vegetarian dish!
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