Polenta Pesto Tomat Ceri dengan Halloumi Goreng

Bahan-bahan (6 porsi)

• 1 1/2 cups dry quick-cooking polenta
• 3 tablespoons salted butter
• 1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup basil pesto, homemade or store-bought
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/4 inch pieces
• 4 cups cherry tomatoes
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 shallot, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs, such as oregano, thyme, and dill
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
• fresh chopped chives, for serving