Halloumi and Couscous Cakes
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, these Halloumi and Couscous Cakes are the perfect fusion of hearty texture and Mediterranean-inspired zest. Made with fluffy couscous, salty grated halloumi, fragrant fresh parsley, and a hint of warm spices like paprika and cumin, these savory cakes are easy to prepare and irresistibly satisfying. Whether you're looking for a unique appetizer, light lunch, or vegetarian dinner option, these cakes are pan-fried to crunchy perfection and pair wonderfully with a fresh salad, creamy tzatziki, or your favorite dipping sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is an effortless way to elevate simple ingredients into a dish bursting with flavor and character.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Couscous
- 200 milliliters Boiling water
- 200 grams Halloumi cheese
- 3 whole Spring onions
- 15 grams Fresh parsley
- 1 large Egg
- 50 grams Plain flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Place the couscous in a large heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Cover with a plate or cling film and let it sit for 10 minutes until all the water is absorbed. Fluff it up with a fork and set aside to cool.
While the couscous is cooling, grate the halloumi cheese, finely slice the spring onions, and chop the fresh parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled couscous, grated halloumi, sliced spring onions, and chopped parsley.
Add the egg, plain flour, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until you have a sticky and cohesive mixture.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small cakes about 2 inches in diameter. You should be able to make around 8-10 cakes.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the cakes in batches and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the cooked cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve warm with a side of salad, tzatziki, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1658 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.6 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.6 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2422 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.8 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1959 mg | 151% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 568 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
