How to make harissa marinated halloumi with toasted almond couscous

Griddled halloumi

Griddled halloumi

Published Oct 3, 2017

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Prep time: 20 minutes 

Cooking time: 30 minutes

Serves 4

2tbsp harissa paste 

4tbsp natural yoghurt

500g halloumi cut in to 12 slices 

200g couscous

250ml vegetable oil

1tbsp olive oil

200g blueberries 

4 spring onions, finely sliced 

Juice of ½ lemon

50g flaked almonds, toasted 

28g packet or handful of fresh mint, finely chopped 

Salt and black pepper 

Mix together the harissa and yoghurt, coat the halloumi and leave to marinate for at least an hour, or overnight if time allows. Place the couscous into a large pan, add the hot stock and olive oil, stir and cover with cling film, leave for 5 minutes then fluff up with a fork.

Add the blueberries, spring onions, lemon juice and most of the toasted almonds and mint. Season to taste. Griddle the marinated halloumi for approximately 1-2 minutes on each side until cooked through.

Serve on a bed of the warm couscous with the remaining toasted almonds and mint sprinkled over. Serve with a green salad. Cook’s tip: the halloumi can be replaced with either salmon or lamb.

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