Halloumi & Vegetable Fritters

Makes 8/9 fritters. 3 fritters with grilled tomatoes is enough as a main for 1 person.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Use the coarse grater to grate the courgette, carrot and parsnip into a large bowl. Sprinkle with the salt, mix and set aside.

Step 2

Grate the halloumi coarsely and set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the eggs and season with pepper, then set aside.

Step 4

Chop the chilli finely. Sear the chilli in a skillet with the butter and paprika powder for about 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and let the sauce bubble for about 10 seconds, then transfer to a bowl/jug and set aside.

Step 5

Squeeze as much water out of the vegetables as possible using your hands - a muslin is also useful for doing this. You might need to do this a couple of times.

Step 6

Once the vegetables are fairly dry, mix in the halloumi, breadcrumbs and minced garlic with your hands. Mix in the eggs.

Step 7

Form the mixture into small patties, approximately 3-4” in diameter. Line a baking tray with kitchen roll and warm the oven - the patties will be put on here after each batch.

Step 8

Put the tomatoes in to grill.

Step 9

Preheat a skillet on medium to high heat and add oil. Fry until golden brown, approximately 4 minutes on each side. Cook in batches and transfer to the baking sheet.

Step 10

The sauce may need to be warmed if it has solidified. Then serve.