Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 150 grams halloumi

• ½ brown onion

• ½ tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp tomato pure

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ½ cup crushed canned tomatoes

• ½ cup water

• ¼ cup cooking cream

• 1 tsp ground paprika

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• Salt and pepper

• Rice

Method

1. Cook the rice until ready.

2. Cut the halloumi up in long thin strips and dice the brown onion.

3. Fry the halloumi in the butter until golden and then add the onion and cook until translucent.

4. Add the tomato pure and mustard and stir then add the crushed tomatoes, water and cream. Season and let simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.

5. Serve with rice and a fresh salad.

 

Halloumi has several benefits and nutrients such as high calcium and protein. As there is no meat in this dish it is important that you still get your daily dose of protein so halloumi is a good substitute. Protein is important for promoting proper growth and development, as well as supporting muscle growth, immune function, and weight control.

Halloumi has a high sodium content so be cautious when adding salt to the dish. Though, studies do show that the average human currently consumes less sodium than average.