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Vegan Halloumi

Vegan Halloumi: Creamy, Grilled Delight for Everyone!

This Vegan Halloumi is a creamy, tangy cheese alternative perfect for grilling and salads, transforming plant-based ingredients into a delightful dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews Soak in hot water for 15 minutes if not using a high-speed blender.
  • 1 cup Firm Tofu Crucial for achieving the right texture.
  • ¼ cup Water Helps blend the ingredients.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Distilled White Vinegar Avoid substitutes for best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast Flakes Offers cheesy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds aromatic touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Imparts tang.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce or Tamari Tamari is a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon White Miso Paste Elevates the cheesy taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric For color.
  • 1 tablespoon Agar Agar Powder Use powder, not flakes.
For Grilling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For brushing the halloumi.

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • loaf pan
  • Small Saucepan
  • Non-stick grill pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Vegan Halloumi
  1. Blend the Cheese Base: In your high-speed blender, combine the raw cashews, firm tofu, ¼ cup of water, lemon juice, distilled white vinegar, nutritional yeast, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, white miso paste, and turmeric. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Prepare the Loaf Pan: Spray an 8x4 loaf pan with non-stick spray and set it aside.
  3. Boil the Agar Agar: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with the agar agar powder and bring to a boil. Stir continuously for about 1 minute until dissolved.
  4. Mix Agar Agar with Cheese Base: Pour the hot agar agar mixture into the blender with the cheese base and blend for another 30 seconds.
  5. Refrigerate to Set: Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
  6. Slice and Prepare for Grilling: After chilling, slice the halloumi into thick pieces, about ¾ inch thick.
  7. Grill the Halloumi: Heat a non-stick grill pan and brush the halloumi slices with olive oil. Grill for about 2 minutes on each side until browned.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, paired with salads, grilled vegetables, or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover vegan halloumi in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on a grill pan for best texture.

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