Crispy Fried Marinated Halloumi
Crispy Fried Marinated Halloumi Cheese - Quick, easy and satisfying. Gluten and keto free
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon of tomato paste
- ¾ teaspoon of ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon of turmeric or beetroot powder
- 1 halloumi cheese (about 250 g), cut into slices 10 mm thick
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon of curry powder (garam masala or your favorite mixture)
- juice of 1 lemon
- lemons or limes, cut into wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
First, whisk the ginger and garlic together in a blender until a smooth paste forms. Add the yogurt, spices and lemon juice. Mix to form a smooth marinade.
Then, pour the marinade into an airtight container. Add the halloumi slices and mix gently to be well coated with the marinade. Seal and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 190 ° C / Gas Mark 5.
Line a baking sheet with a non-stick baking sheet or parchment paper.
Remove any excess marinade from the halloumi slices. Arrange the slices on the baking sheet, leaving a space of 2 centimeters between them (because the halloumi will spread out slightly during cooking).
Bake for 20 minutes, until the cheese is lightly browned and crispy on top.
Serve piping hot with a dash of lime or lemon juice (if desired).
Happy Cooking Time.
Notes
Serve with lemon or lime wedges, to squeeze over the cheese.
I don't add salt to the marinade because I find the cheese to be quite salty without adding any. You can think differently.
