Zaatar Spring Rolls
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5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
119 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Zaatar Spring Rolls
Description
This recipe starts with slicing halloumi or a comparable white cheese into thumb-sized pieces placed atop egg roll wrappers. Freshly chopped mint is sprinkled over the cheese before the wrappers are carefully rolled and sealed with water to encase the filling securely. The rolls are arranged seam side down on a baking sheet and brushed or sprayed with olive oil for a crisp surface.
Sprinkling zaatar—a blend of dried herbs and sesame seeds—over the tops imparts a fragrant, tangy flavor during baking at a high temperature, crisping the wrappers without deep frying. The finished rolls have a golden, crunchy exterior with a savory, slightly salty cheese and herb center enhanced by the fresh mint.
These spring rolls can be served warm, optionally with labneh for dipping. They offer a textured snack combining the squeaky, salty cheese with herbal notes from zaatar and mint. They are suitable for make-ahead preparation and freezing either before or after baking, with guidance to extend baking times for frozen rolls and suggestions for storage and reheating.
Ingredients
- 16 oz halloumi cheese soft white cheese like Ackawi, or Syrian cheese
- 16 quare egg roll wrappers I use Nasoya, 7-inch
- 1 small bunch mint roughly chopped, fresh
- 1/4 cup zaatar
- small bowl of water for sealing edges
- olive oil or cooking spray for coating
- labneh yogurt cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the halloumi or other white cheese block into slices about the size of your thumb.
- Arrange the egg roll wrappers on a dry cutting board or other working surface, and position them at an angle so that the corner of each wrapper is closest to you.
- Place a slice of the cheese at an angle in the lower third of each spring roll wrapper, and sprinkle with the fresh mint. Dab your fingers in the bowl of water and rub it around the edges.
- Beginning at the bottom angle closest to you, roll the wrapper up and fold the edges inward along the way. Roll the wrapper shut, adding a dab of extra water if needed. Press lightly to seal the edges together.
- Place the stuffed eggs rolls seam side down on the prepared baking dish, and repeat with the remaining wrappers until complete.
- Brush the egg rolls lightly with olive oil or coat them with cooking spray, then sprinkle the zaatar spice.
- Bake in the preheated oven until they are golden brown and crisped on the outside, about 15 minutes.
- Serve with labneh yogurt cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days; reheat using a microwave, skillet, or toaster oven.
- Spring rolls can be frozen before or after baking; freeze on a flat surface first before storing in bags for best results.
- Add an extra 5 minutes to baking time when cooking from frozen to ensure thorough heating.
- Halloumi or Syrian cheeses may be sourced at Middle Eastern markets or some supermarkets; mozzarella can be a substitute but freezes the wrappers before baking to keep the cheese intact.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 119 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 119kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 386mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 12mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 289mg | 29% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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