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Halloumi with Eggs and Zaatar

  • Category Breakfast | Middle Eastern

  • Prep Time 5 minutes

  • Cook Time 10 minutes

Intro

This skillet breakfast of Halloumi with Eggs and Zaatar is hearty, salty, and perfectly spiced. The crispy edges of halloumi meet runny eggs and a dusting of zaatar—a simple dish that hits all the right notes.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pack halloumi cheese, sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 tbsp zaatar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of salt

Serving Suggestions

Best served with tomatoes, olives, and pickled vegetables.

Instructions

  • Crisp the Halloumi
    Heat a non-stick skillet over high heat. Add olive oil and sear halloumi slices for 1–1.5 minutes per side until golden.
  • Add Eggs and Seasoning
    Lower heat. Crack eggs directly over the cheese. Sprinkle with zaatar and a pinch of salt.
  • Cover and Cook
    Cover the skillet and cook on low for 4–5 minutes until the eggs are set to your preference.
  • Serve
    Transfer to a large plate. Garnish with more zaatar and serve with warm pita bread.

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Za’atar Blend

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