What you will need :

• 1kg Mastros Dairy Halloumi PDO , cut into large bite sized cubes about 1 ½”

• 1 ½ cups all purpose flour

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• 2 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs

• salt and pepper to taste

• 7 to 10 basil leaves

• oil for frying

• 1 cup marinara sauce for serving

 

Instructions :

STEP 1

In batches, dredge cubes of halloumi into the flour, followed by the beaten eggs and finally the breadcrumbs, shaking off any excess after each coat.

 

STEP 2

Transfer prepared nuggets to a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack and repeat until all nuggets have been coated.

 

STEP 3

Place baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours (you can also freeze them at this time for a later use.

 

STEP 4

Pour 2 inches oil into a large skillet and preheat to 350˚F.

 

STEP 5

In batches, carefully add piece to the oil and fry for about 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

 

STEP 6

Using a slotted spoon transfer nuggets to a clean cooling rack lined baking sheet and lightly season with salt and pepper. Repeat until all nuggets have been fried.

 

STEP 7

Transfer all halloumi nuggets to a platter, garnish with fried basil and serve with warm or cold marinara sauce.