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Ingredients
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½ cup tahini, well stirred
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6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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10 tablespoons fresh orange juice (from 2 oranges), as needed, divided
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2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
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1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 medium (8-ounce) bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
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1 small (7-ounce) red onion, cut into 10 (1/2-inch-thick) wedges
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1 cup cherry tomatoes
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1 pound Halloumi cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
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Cooked white rice and chopped fresh cilantro, for serving
Directions
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Place 10 (8-inch) wooden skewers in a large bowl or sealed bag with water, and let soak 20 minutes; remove from water.
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Whisk together tahini, oil, 5 tablespoons orange juice, pomegranate molasses, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until emulsified and smooth. Measure 1/2 cup sauce into a small bowl; cover and store in refrigerator until ready to use or up to 5 days. Thread bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, and Halloumi evenly onto wooden skewers. Place skewers on a large baking sheet, and brush evenly with remaining sauce (about 1/2 cup) in medium bowl. Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour.
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Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F to 450°F). Place skewers on lightly oiled grates; grill, covered, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a platter with rice.
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Stir up to remaining 5 tablespoons orange juice into reserved 1/2 cup sauce as needed to reach desired consistency. Drizzle over vegetable skewers and rice; sprinkle with cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
Alternatively, to broil the skewers: Cover ends of skewers with aluminum foil to prevent burning. Arrange skewers on a greased baking sheet. Broil 4 1/2 inches from heat source until browned, about 8 minutes, flipping skewers halfway through broiling time.
Pomegranate molasses can be found at foodsofnations.com.
Make Ahead
Sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 3 days.
Suggested Pairing
Tart, minerally Greek white: Gai'a Monograph Assyrtiko