Halloumi Bites Nigella Lawson
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly zesty, Nigella Lawson’s Halloumi Bites are the perfect appetizer or crowd-pleasing snack. These bite-sized cubes of halloumi cheese are lightly coated in a smoky paprika and black pepper flour blend, then pan-fried to perfection in olive oil. Finished with a drizzle of tangy fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of lemon zest, every bite is a delightful balance of salty, smoky, and citrusy flavors. With just 5 minutes of prep and 6 minutes of cook time, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for entertaining or indulging in a gourmet treat at home. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for an elegant touch and serve these halloumi bites hot for maximum crispiness and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams halloumi cheese
- 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Remove the halloumi cheese from its packaging and pat it dry with paper towels. Cut it into bite-sized cubes, roughly 2 cm each.
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, smoked paprika, and black pepper. This will form your coating mixture.
Roll each halloumi cube in the flour mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking before you add the halloumi.
Carefully place the flour-coated halloumi cubes into the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the cubes are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip them for even cooking.
While the halloumi bites are cooking, zest and juice the lemon. Set aside the zest and juice separately.
Once all the halloumi cubes are cooked, remove them from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the warm halloumi bites and sprinkle with the lemon zest for a burst of fresh, zesty flavor.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve the halloumi bites while still hot and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.7 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1036 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.8 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2319 mg | 178% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 202 mg | 4% | |
*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.
