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Crispy greek halloumi burgers recipe

Crispy Greek Halloumi Burgers Recipe with Tzatziki

When it comes to vegetarian burgers that deliver on flavor, texture, and that irresistible crispy bite, these Greek halloumi burgers are at the top of the list. Featuring golden-fried halloumi slices, tangy tzatziki, and a refreshing cucumber-mint salad, these burgers are a Mediterranean-inspired delight that will have you coming back for seconds.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 743 kcal

Equipment

  • Large frying pan
  • Plates or bowls
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 220 g halloumi
  • 60 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 60 g flour
  • 100 ml cooking oil vegetable
  • 1 egg
  • 30 g parmesan grated
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 cucumber
  • 2 tablespoon tzatziki
  • 5 g mint chopped
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon greek yoghurt
  • 1 Large Tomato sliced
  • 1 Red onion sliced

Instructions
 

  • Peel the cucumber into ribbons using a vegetable peeler, I like to avoid the centre of the cucumber as it can be wet and mushy. Sprinkle a little salt over the cucumber ribbons and let them sit for 10–15 minutes. The salt will draw out excess water. Afterward, pat them dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Mix the cucumber with the dressing (yogurt, olive oil, mint) right before assembling the burgers to keep everything fresh and crisp. At this point I also like to slice the tomato and red onion.
    1 cucumber
  • Set up three plates. On one plate, mix flour with half the paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. On the second, beat an egg. On the third, combine panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, and the remaining spices.
    60 g panko breadcrumbs, 60 g flour, 1 egg, 30 g parmesan, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • Cut the halloumi into thick, even slices to ensure they fry evenly. Pat the halloumi dry with a paper towel
    220 g halloumi
  • Dip each slice into the flour, coating all sides. Next, dunk it in the egg, allowing any excess to drip off, and press it into the panko mixture until fully coated. Set the coated slices aside.
  • Heat a generous layer of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the halloumi slices for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. If the oil gets too hot, lower the heat to prevent burning. Transfer the fried halloumi to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
    100 ml cooking oil vegetable
  • Toss the cucumber ribbons with chopped mint, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Mix until well combined.
    1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon greek yoghurt, 5 g mint
  • slice the brioche buns in half and lightly toast them if desired. Start with a layer of the cucumber salad on the bottom bun, followed by the crispy halloumi slices. Add a dollop of tzatziki, then layer on thin slices of tomato and red onion. Top with the bun lid.
    4 brioche buns, 2 tablespoon tzatziki, 1 Large Tomato, 1 Red onion

Notes

Ensure your oil is hot enough by dropping in a breadcrumb—if it sizzles and floats, it’s ready. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can lower the oil’s temperature and result in soggy halloumi.

Nutrition

Calories: 743kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 28gFat: 44g
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