Halloumi Burger

Preparing the Onion Chutney

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  Peel the onion and cut it in half, then into thin slices.
• 2
  Put the olive oil in a deeper pan and let it heat up. Fry the onion in oil until translucent. Add a tablespoon of sugar to the pan. When the sugar caramelizes slightly, add the cognac and leave on the heat until the alcohol evaporates.
• 3
  Then add the rest of the spices and let it simmer at a lower temperature until the liquid has reduced by half. Finally, mix with a teaspoon of honey and remove from heat, adding salt to taste.

Preparing the Herb Sauce (Dip)

• 1
  Mix the ingredients for the sauce and season to taste. Refrigerate the sauce.

Preparation

• 1
  Brush the halloumi cheese with olive oil and sprinkle with dried thyme. Place the cheese on the grill and grill until slightly browned.
• 2
  Cut the buns, brush one side with olive oil and let them brown slightly on the grill.
• 3
  Spread the bottom half of the bun with the prepared sauce, place a lettuce leaf, then the grilled halloumi cheese, add a slice of tomato and a few pickle slices. Add the Onion Chutney on top. Place the burger, then add the remaining sauce, and finally the other half of the bun.

Recommendation

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  The onion chutney can be consumed hot or cold. It lasts approximately 3 days in the refrigerator. We recommend serving it with a vegetable side dish, grilled asparagus, or fresh vegetable salad.