Halloumi potato bites: Elevate your appetizer game
Potato and crunchy bites with added halloumi cheese make for an appetizer that's winning over palates. This simple combination of ingredients will quickly charm all your guests.
These aren't just ordinary potatoes or fries. Inside, you'll also find ham, halloumi cheese, and parsley. You won't come across these kinds of snacks in any fast food joint, and they are really simple to prepare. Surprise your loved ones and serve them crunchy potato bites.
Potato bites with halloumi
Potatoes are versatile for many culinary experiments, and fries and casseroles are just the beginning. In this recipe, they become the base for crunchy bites that perfectly replace classic chips or breaded mozzarella.
This recipe is also perfect when you don't know what to do with cooked potatoes from the previous day. These bites are crunchy on the outside, yet soft and moist on the inside. They're an excellent snack for a party, a gathering with friends, or simply as a dinner option.
Ingredients:
- 600 grams of potatoes,
- 1 teaspoon of salt,
- 100 grams of smoked ham,
- 2 tablespoons of potato starch,
- 2 eggs,
- 120 grams of halloumi cheese,
- 1/3 cup chopped parsley.
Preparation:
Step 1. Peel the potatoes, cook them until tender, and mash into a smooth purée. Add eggs and potato starch, stirring thoroughly.
Step 2. To the potato mixture, add grated or very finely chopped ham, parsley, and crumbled halloumi cheese. Mix well.
Step 3. Transfer the mixture to a pastry bag. Squeeze portions of the dough into hot, deep oil, cutting off the ends with scissors. It resembles making small churros. Fry until they are golden brown.
Step 4. You can place the ready bites on a paper towel for a moment to remove excess oil. Serve with a favourite dip, like garlic sauce or sriracha mayo. Enjoy!
