Witch Fingers with Breaded Halloumi

Witch Fingers with Breaded Halloumi

A crispy, golden and bloody Halloween recipe! Homemade halloumi becomes the star of this spooky and delicious appetizer.

 

For the “bloody” tomato sauce

Ingredients :

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 clove of garlic, minced

• 1 cup of crushed (or chopped) tomatoes

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation :

1. In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Add the onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until it becomes translucent.

3. Add the garlic, sauté for 1 minute, then add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper.

4. Simmer over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.

5. Keep it warm while you prepare the witch fingers.

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For the halloumi witch fingers

Ingredients :

• 1 block of homemade halloumi (approximately 250–300 g)

• ¼ cup of flour

• 1 beaten egg

• ½ cup of breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

• Frying oil (vegetable or canola)

• A few slivered almonds (or whole almonds cut in half, for the "nails")

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Preparation :

1. Cut the halloumi into sticks approximately 1 cm x 8–10 cm. Trim one end to a point to give the appearance of a finger.

2. Coat each stick: first in flour, then in beaten egg, and finally in breadcrumbs. Press firmly to ensure adhesion.

3. Heat about 2 cm of oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

4. Fry the fingers in small batches for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

5. Drain on absorbent paper.

6. While they are still warm, stick a slivered almond to the pointed end (the heat will hold the nail in place).

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💀 Assembly

Place the fingers on a plate and serve the sauce in a small bowl. For an even more "bloody" effect, pour a little tomato sauce onto the tip of each finger.
Serve hot, while the breading is still nice and crispy!

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Make your own halloumi cheese at home with our Homemade Cheese Curd and Halloumi Kit.