Go Back
halloumi makhani translates to halloumi butter 2026 03 09 203404 683x1024 1

Halloumi Makhani

A delightful vegetarian dish featuring grilled Halloumi cheese in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 400 grams Halloumi cheese Grilled until golden brown.
  • 2 cups Tomatoes, diced Fresh, preferably ripe.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream For a rich and creamy sauce.
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped Sautéed for flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Adds depth to the sauce.
  • 1 inch Ginger, minced For a hint of spice.
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground or whole.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Ground for maximum flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garam masala Adds a rich, aromatic flavor.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped For topping and garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grill the Halloumi cheese until golden brown on both sides.
  2. In a pan, sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Add diced tomatoes and cook until soft.
  2. Stir in cream and spices, and let simmer.
  3. Add grilled Halloumi to the sauce, season with salt and pepper.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm with rice or naan bread.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the Halloumi in spices before grilling. You can adjust the spices according to your taste; add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for richer texture. It can also be made with paneer instead of Halloumi.