Halloumi Cheese Balls
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Halloumi Cheese Balls are the ultimate bite-sized indulgence that will elevate any appetizer spread! Made with grated halloumi cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic powder, these cheesy delights are coated in breadcrumbs and fried to perfection for an irresistibly crunchy exterior and a soft, savory center. Perfectly seasoned with black pepper and paired with lemon wedges for a zesty finish, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. Whether you're hosting a party, serving a crowd, or craving comfort food with a Mediterranean twist, these halloumi balls are guaranteed to impress. Serve them hot and watch them disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g Halloumi cheese
- 50 g All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 10 g Parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 500 ml Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 optional Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Grate the halloumi cheese into a large mixing bowl.
Add the flour, chopped parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the halloumi forms a slightly sticky mixture.
Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a plate and set aside.
In a small bowl, beat the egg. Set up a breading station with the bowl of beaten egg and another plate filled with breadcrumbs.
Dip each halloumi ball into the egg to coat it, then roll it in the breadcrumbs until fully covered. Repeat for all the balls.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 175°C (350°F). To test, drop a small piece of bread into the oil; it should sizzle and turn golden in about 30 seconds.
Fry the halloumi balls in small batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan, for 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried balls and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the halloumi cheese balls warm with lemon wedges on the side for an optional citrus kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.8 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.6 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 636 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 155 mg | 3% | |
*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.
