Description
Crispy Halloumi Nuggets with Sweet Hot Honey offer a deliciously crunchy bite-sized snack featuring fried halloumi cheese coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust and finished with a drizzle of sweet and spicy honey for a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Halloumi Nuggets
- 250 grams Halloumi Cheese, cut into bite-sized nuggets
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour, for coating
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
- 2 large Eggs, beaten for breading
- 1 cup Vegetable Oil, for frying
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 1/4 cup Sweet Hot Honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Preheat your frying oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C). This temperature ensures the nuggets will fry quickly to a golden crisp without absorbing excess oil.
- Prepare Halloumi: Cut the halloumi cheese into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1-inch cubes. This size is perfect for easy dipping and frying.
- Set Up Breading Station: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. This setup allows for an efficient breading process.
- Bread the Nuggets: Dip each piece of halloumi first into the flour, coating all sides, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the coating well.
- Fry Nuggets: Carefully place the breaded nuggets into the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown color and crispy texture.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the nuggets from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to absorb any excess oil, keeping them crispy.
- Serve: Drizzle the sweet hot honey generously over the warm halloumi nuggets and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunchiness compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- Ensure the oil temperature is maintained around 350°F to avoid soggy nuggets.
- Adjust the amount of sweet hot honey to taste based on your preferred level of sweetness and heat.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Serve as an appetizer or snack with a side of fresh salad or dipping sauce.
