{"id":27723,"date":"2017-06-01T12:15:55","date_gmt":"2017-06-01T19:15:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gluttodigest.com\/?p=27723"},"modified":"2024-02-13T13:22:22","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T21:22:22","slug":"halloumi-fries-restaurants-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gluttodigest.com\/halloumi-fries-restaurants-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Halloumi fries: hallou from the other side"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Have you ever wondered what would happen if cheese took on the form of a fry? Halloumi fries are your answer. These are not your average fries; they’re the ideal combination of a crispy exterior and a creamy, salty interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are halloumi fries? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Halloumi fries are fried sticks of halloumi, a semi-hard cheese from Cyprus made from a combination of goat\u2019s and sheep\u2019s milk. \u00a0Its high melting point makes it perfect for grilling and frying. \u00a0To make the fries, the cheese is coated in a mixture of flour and seasoning before getting fried in hot oil. \u00a0It’s often accompanied by various garnishes and dipping sauces like za\u2019atar, chili sauce, marinara, garlic mayo, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Origin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The credit for introducing halloumi fries to the world goes to Oli Baba’s, a Levantine food stand located in the iconic Camden Market in London. Founded in 2015, this eatery loosely drew inspiration from saganaki, a Greek fried cheese hors d’oeuvre, and gave it a contemporary twist. The result? A dish that saw meteoric popularity, not just in the U.K., but in gourmet hubs like Dubai and Toronto.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Crafting the Perfect Halloumi Fry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Creating halloumi fries is both an art and a science. The cheese is first sliced into stick-like portions. It’s then given a light coating of flour mixed with a blend of seasonings that can range from simple salt and pepper to more exotic spices. Once prepared, these cheese sticks take a dip in hot oil, emerging golden, crispy, and irresistibly delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But the experience doesn’t end there. The world of halloumi fries is vast and varied, with each serving often accompanied by an array of garnishes and dipping sauces. Imagine dipping a hot halloumi fry into a zesty za’atar blend, spicy chili sauce, rich marinara, or creamy garlic mayo. Each combination offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring that each bite is uniquely delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where can I get it? <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unless you live across the pond in London, halloumi fries can be hard to find.  Just a few places outside the U.K. have included it in their menus.  So if you\u2019re lucky and live nearby a place that makes these fries, go for it.  Otherwise, keep scrolling down to learn how to make your own halloumi fries at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few places where you can at least try different versions of fried halloumi\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philadelphia, PA: Kanella South<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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New York, NY: Cafe Select<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Washington D.C.: Small Fry<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Looking for more places that serve halloumi fries?  If you do find yourself in the U.K., check out this interactive map to see where to get them:<\/p>\n\n\n