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Extra Crispy Halloumi Nuggets

Halloumi Nuggets are cheesy bites of heaven! They ooze out with cheese in the center but the outside is super crispy. Perfect for dipping in some marinara or even honey. Try it next time you need an appetizer that will wow.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 16 ounces halloumi cheese
  • vegetable oil for frying

FlOUR COATING

  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of black pepper

EGG COATING

  • 2 eggs
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of black pepper

PANKO COATING

  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of black pepper

Instructions 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, dried parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In a second small bowl, whisk together 2 eggs with a tiny pinch of salt and black pepper.
  3. In a third small bowl, whisk together panko breadcrumbs, paprika, dried parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Place the blocks of halloumi cheese on a cutting board. Slice into small squares or rectangles.
  5. Dip each piece first into the flour mixture and shake off any excess. Then dip into the egg mixture and let any excess drip off. Last, dip into the panko breadcrumb mixture. Repeat until all are breaded.
  6. Add some vegetable oil into a frying pan and heat to 350°F.
  7. Drop the nuggets in and fry until they are golden brown all around. It only takes a few minutes.
  8. Take out of the oil and place on a plate with a paper towel to soak any excess oil.
  9. Serve with some marinara or even honey for some sweet and salty fusion.

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