Halloumi burger with portobello, chili mayo and pickled red onions

Get the perfect grilling result with a grilling plate for your halloumi burger

When you want to make a veggie burger that really tastes like something, the combination of grilled halloumi and portobello is hard to beat. The salty, crunchy cheese and juicy mushrooms create an umami-filled base – and with pickled red onions and chili mayo, you're guaranteed a burger that's creamy, crispy, tangy and spicy.

For best results, we recommend using a grilling plate. Halloumi tends to melt and run if the heat is too uneven, and portobello mushrooms can release a lot of liquid. An even and hot grilling plate gives you better control, nicer grill marks, and prevents the cheese from burning to the grill grate. You can also use it to toast burger buns and warm avocado or onion slices if you want to give it a little extra flavor.

A good griddle also opens up many other dishes on the grill – from smash burgers and vegetables to quesadillas and halloumi tacos. But in this recipe it really shows its worth: a halloumi burger grilled to perfection, without the hassle.