Halloumi bil Za'atar wa Zeit
Grilled Halloumi with Za'atar and Olive Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Slices of salty halloumi cheese grilled until perfectly golden with a slightly crispy exterior, then generously drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with aromatic za'atar (a blend of thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds).
Key ingredients
Halloumi cheese, olive oil, za'atar, lemon wedge (for serving).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto; ensure no bread or starchy accompaniments are served. Za'atar mix should be pure, without flour fillers (rare but possible).
Watch out for
Often served with bread. Some cheaper za'atar mixes can contain wheat or other fillers, but this is uncommon in good restaurants.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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