When you’re making a big spread of dishes for a mezze, it’s good to have some that are simple to make but still full of flavour. This one ticks the box. It’s made by coating slices of halloumi in the spice blend za’atar (made from thyme, sesame seeds, sumac and salt), then baking them until golden. They are delicious! If you fancy garnishing them, dot each piece with rose-petal jam.
SERVES 6
250g block of halloumi
olive oil, for brushing
4-5 tbsp za’atar
a little rose-petal jam, to serve
- Preheat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7.
- Cut the halloumi into 12 slices. This can be tricky, so I cut the block through the middle first, then cut each half into six slices. Brush each slice with olive oil. Scatter the za’atar over a plate and press the slices in it until they’re all covered. Spread them out on a lightly oiled baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes. Serve with a little rose-petal jam on each slice.