Spiced Halloumi Tacos with Avocado Crema

Name: Spiced Halloumi Tacos with Avocado Crema
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 TACOS
Ingredients: 1 ripe haas avocado; 1/2 packed cup roughly chopped cilantro; 1/2 cup Mexican crema; 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons store-bought or homemade Taco Seasoning; 8 small corn tortillas; 8 ounces halloumi cheese; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; finely sliced radishes; finely shredded red cabbage; pickled red onions; Lime wedges

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Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings
8 TACOS
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American, Mexican, Tex-Mex

Spiced Halloumi Tacos with Avocado Crema

Yosef Browning

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These vegetarian tacos are filled with spiced, pan-fried halloumi cheese and a deliciously tart and creamy Avocado Crema. This is a quick, easy and delicious recipe that is sure to please both vegetarians and carnivores alike.

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Ingredients

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For the Avocado Crema :

1 ripe haas avocado
1/2 packed cup roughly chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream or Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest from about 1 lime
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice from about 1 lime
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Tacos:

1 1/2 tablespoons store-bought or homemade Taco Seasoning
8 small corn tortillas
8 ounces halloumi cheese sliced into 1/4-inch wide slices
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Optional garnishes:

finely sliced radishes
finely shredded red cabbage
pickled red onions
Lime wedges

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Instructions

Make the Avocado Crema:

Add the avocado flesh, cilantro, sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, salt and pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.

Make the Tacos:

If making your own, mix the taco seasoning together in a small bowl. Set aside until ready to use.
Add a cup or two of water to a wide, shallow bowl. Set a medium skillet over medium-high heat (cast iron or carbon steel are best for this). Dip a tortilla in the water for a few seconds then place it on the hot skillet. Warm both sides until it softens and develops a few toasty golden spots. Stack the warmed tortillas under a clean tea towel to keep them warm.
Sprinkle the seasoning over both sides of the halloumi slices. Lower the heat to medium and add the olive oil. Add the halloumi slices, leaving a little room between each slice, cook in 2 batches if necessary. Cook until golden brown on the bottom, then flip and cook until the other side is brown, about 1 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the cheese to a paper towel-lined plate.
To assemble the tacos, spread a good spoonful of the Avocado Crema onto a tortilla and place two strips of cheese on top. Top with desired garnishes and serve warm.