Golden Halloumi Parcels with Sesame Seeds – Crispy Holiday...

Ingredients

• • 12 ⅞ oz halloumi cheese, cut into 12 cubes
• • 1 ⅞ sheet phyllo dough (12x16 inches)
• • 2 ⅞ tablespoons melted butter
• • 2 ⅞ tablespoons sesame seeds
• • 1 ⅞ teaspoon dried oregano
• • ⅞ teaspoon salt
• • ⅞ teaspoon black pepper
• • ⅞ cup Greek yogurt
• • 1 ⅞ tablespoon lemon juice
• • 1 ⅞ clove garlic, minced
• • 1 ⅞ tablespoon chopped fresh dill
• • ⅞ teaspoon salt (for dip)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Stack phyllo sheets on a baking sheet, brush each layer with melted butter, and cut into 12 squares (2x2 inches).

2. 2

   Place a halloumi cube in the center of each phyllo square. Fold the corners to form parcels, securing edges with a bit of butter.

3. 3

   Sprinkle sesame seeds, oregano, salt, and pepper over the parcels. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp.

4. 4

   Mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, and salt in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.

5. 5

   Transfer parcels to a cooling rack. Serve warm with the yogurt dip in a small bowl.