Fried Halloumi and Fennel Salad by Tanerxaydin

Ingredients

• 250g (9 oz) halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick strips
• 1 large fennel bulb, thinly shaved using a mandoline
• 2 medium blood oranges, segmented
• 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and halved
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp black sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Shave the fennel thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife and place in a large mixing bowl.
2. Add the blood orange segments and halved green olives to the fennel and toss gently to combine
3. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add halloumi strips and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
4. Whisk together the honey and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
5. Arrange the salad on plates, top with the warm fried halloumi, and drizzle generously with the honey-lemon glaze.
6. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds before serving immediately while the cheese is warm.