How to Make Halloumi Tikka Kebabs with Mango Salsa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you craving a delicious and unique twist on classic kebabs? Look no further than these Halloumi Tikka Kebabs with Mango Salsa! This recipe combines the irresistible flavors of halloumi cheese, traditional Indian spices, and fresh mango salsa to create a mouthwatering dish that will impress your family and friends.

Halloumi cheese is a semi-hard, brined cheese that hails from Cyprus. Known for its high melting point, halloumi is ideal for grilling and pairs perfectly with the bold ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium red onion
  • 10 ½ ounces halloumi cheese
  • ¾ cup plain yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons tikka masala paste
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, grated
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 skewers
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 6 tablespoons mango salsa

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Cut halloumi into 1-inch cubes. Cut onion into 6 wedges, then peel off the outer 2 to 3 layers of each wedge and set aside. Reserve inner parts for another use.
  • Stir yogurt, tikka paste, garlic, and ginger together in a mixing bowl. Season with marinade salt and pepper.
  • Gently fold halloumi cubes and bell peppers into the marinade. Add outer layers of onion and stir to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 1 hour, or in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
  • Alternately thread halloumi, bell peppers, and onions onto skewers.
  • Lightly oil a griddle pan with vegetable oil and heat over medium heat. Add skewers and cook, turning a couple of times, until halloumi and vegetables are lightly charred in places, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with mango salsa.
  • Nutrition

    250 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 875mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 64mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 200mg