Mediterranean Diet Crispy Halloumi Fries
Crispy on the outside and irresistibly chewy on the inside, these Mediterranean Diet Crispy Halloumi Fries are a gourmet twist on your favorite snack food. Made with golden-fried halloumi cheese, these sticks are seasoned to perfection with a fragrant mix of smoked paprika, oregano, and black pepper. A zesty garlic-lemon dressing elevates the fries with a refreshing tang, while fresh parsley and lemon zest add a pop of brightness to every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for sharing as an appetizer, side dish, or flavorful snack. Best served hot and crispy, these halloumi fries are a Mediterranean-inspired treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: Mediterranean diet, crispy halloumi fries, easy appetizer, snack recipe, lemon dressing, fried cheese.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g Halloumi cheese
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 small Garlic clove
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the ingredients: Cut the block of halloumi cheese into finger-sized sticks, approximately 1 cm thick.
2. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, dried oregano, and black pepper.
3. Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Then cut the lemon in half and squeeze out the juice into a separate bowl.
4. Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
5. Crush or finely chop the garlic clove and mix it with the lemon juice to create a garlic-lemon dressing; set aside.
6. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
7. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the halloumi fries to the pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded. You may need to do this in batches.
8. Fry the halloumi for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on a paper towel.
9. Once all the halloumi is cooked, transfer to a serving platter.
10. Drizzle the garlic-lemon dressing over the hot halloumi fries.
11. Sprinkle with the smoked paprika and dried oregano mixture.
12. Garnish with lemon zest and fresh parsley before serving.
13. Serve immediately while hot and crispy with additional lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.4 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.0 g | 325% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1040 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 68.1 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2337 mg | 180% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 231 mg | 5% | |
*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.
