“Everyone is making halloumi ‘fries’. Many pubs even offer them to those living low carb, which is great. I wanted to try it for myself, but since I never heat any oils to high-frying temperatures, I decided to fry my squeaky pieces in browned butter instead. Brown butter is just regular butter that is heated for a while. The magic happens once the butter stops sizzling and foaming, and the milk solids start browning. This process adds massive flavour to the butter. Once strained from the burnt milk solids, the result is a browned butter that adds a delicious, nutty flavour, It is indescribable! I did this to make my super delicious little halloumi fingers. Dip them in some reduced-sugar ketchup for a quick snack or tapas idea. If you are living clean keto, try my homemade tomato ketchup if you have some on hand. Macros here exclude any dips.” – Monya
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When fried in browned butter, halloumi (a semi-hard cheese) becomes an irresistible treat for those following the keto lifestyle.
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Halloumi, originating from Cyprus, is made from a mixture of sheep and goat milk. It has a high protein content and is low in carbohydrates, making it an ideal choice for individuals on the keto diet. The cheese is firm and has a high melting point, allowing it to be cooked without losing its shape or texture.
When fried in browned butter, halloumi undergoes a delightful transformation. The outer layer of the halloumi becomes crispy and golden, while the inside remains soft and slightly gooey.
Besides its mouth-watering taste, halloumi fried in browned butter (like I have done here) offers several benefits for those following the keto diet. The high fat content in both the cheese and butter provides satiety, keeping hunger at bay and aiding in weight management. Additionally, the protein content in halloumi supports muscle growth and repair.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for this Brown Butter Fried Halloumi dish, as well as all the Light Meals & Appetisers on Fats of Life®.
Brown Butter Fried Halloumi
Per serving
Ingredients
- 200 g (7 oz) halloumi
- 20 g (0.7 oz) unsalted butter
- sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Remove the halloumi from its packaging and drain off any excess water. Use a sharp knife to slice the block into thick pieces. Slice each piece in half lengthwise.
- Gently lay the pieces on a plate lined with kitchen paper and use a second sheet to pat the tops dry.
- Heat the butter in a non-stick frying pan. Once the sizzling stops, gently place half the halloumi slices into the pan and fry until golden on all sides. Use a small silicon spatula to gently turn them over. Remove and place on a plate lined with kitchen paper and add the remaining pieces to the pan. (I work in batches to avoid crowding the pan, making the pieces more difficult to turn.)
- Once the batch is done, season with sea salt flakes and serve with your choice of dip. You can search for a clean, keto tomato ketchup on this site or you can use reduced sugar ketchup off the shelf if you have no problem with that.
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories            397Kcal / 1661kJ
Fat                34g
Carbohydrates       2.3g
Protein             21g
Allergens
Milk
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Disclaimer: The nutritional analysis, macro and allergen breakdown of the recipes on this site have been manually and carefully calculated using the cloud-based software NUTRITICS®. NUTRITICS® is fully approved by the relevant Trading Standards organizations and is EU and FDA-compliant. The macro calculations are provided as a courtesy to you based on the author's weighing of ingredients when creating the dishes. If Erythritol (a sugar polyol) has been used in any of the recipes, it has already been manually excluded from the final carbohydrate count. The author is a chef - not a medical professional - and this website has been designed to provide you with recipe ideas to suit the low carb lifestyle you have discussed with your GP.
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Drop me a line if you have any questions or comments about this recipe. I will do my best to reply as soon as possible! Monya xxx