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Homemade Vegan Halloumi

Creamy Homemade Vegan Halloumi You'll Love in Every Bite

Homemade Vegan Halloumi is a delicious, plant-based alternative to traditional halloumi cheese.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews Soaked in water before boiling
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lime juice can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Regular salt can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Light Olive Oil Other neutral oils may work
For the Thickening Agent
  • 2 teaspoons Agar Agar Do not substitute with cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot powder may be an alternative
Other Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Nutritional Yeast Essential for cheesy flavor
  • 1 cup Cold Water Can use any clear liquid if needed

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Nonstick pan
  • colander
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Vegan Halloumi
  1. Start by placing the raw cashews in a medium-sized pan, covering them with boiling water. Boil for about 15 minutes, then drain.
  2. In a high-speed blender, combine drained cashews, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, sea salt, light olive oil, white wine vinegar, and nutritional yeast. Blend until smooth.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a nonstick pan over medium heat and stir continuously for about 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish, let it cool for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours until firm.
  5. Slice the chilled mixture into six pieces, heat a lightly oiled pan, and fry each side for about 5 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Consider soaking cashews for several hours for better creaminess; fresh ingredients enhance flavor, and proper chilling is crucial for achieving the right texture.

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