Easy Vegetarian Keto Halloumi Curry

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  • prep time

    prep time

    10 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    30 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    40 min

Easy Vegetarian Keto Halloumi Curry

This halloumi curry is one of the easy Keto vegetarian recipes you will be making on repeat. It makes for a simple, delicious weeknight dinner that is about to become one of your favorite vegetarian Keto recipes. It is packed with so much flavor from the combination of Indian-inspired spices to make a rich, comforting, and satisfying meal. It is very easy to make and comes together in a few quick steps. This easy halloumi curry is the perfect dish for a weekend curry night or a quick midweek dinner.

What to serve with this Keto halloumi curry?

Traditionally, curries are served with rice or flatbreads such as naan. Cauliflower rice is the closest substitute to rice. Cauliflower is low in carbs and works as a good substitute for starchy grains when on a Keto diet. You can either prepare a bag of pre-made cauliflower rice or make it from scratch by grating or finely blending cauliflower florets in a food processor. Then, sauté the cauliflower rice on a large skillet over medium heat in about 1 tbsp of olive oil for 8 minutes until all the water from the cauliflower has evaporated. Feel free to season the cauliflower rice as you wish! This easy vegetarian Keto halloumi curry can be served with curry-flavored cauliflower rice, cauliflower mash, or Keto flatbreads.

How to store this vegetarian curry?

Since this curry is made with coconut milk, it is best to be consumed as soon as possible. This is because coconut milk goes rancid fast when covered and stored in the refrigerator. To store it for longer, substitute the coconut milk with heavy cream to extend its storage life. This creamy cauliflower halloumi curry can be prepared in bulk and enjoyed for a couple of days. To store, allow the curry to come to room temperature after cooking. Then, transfer the curry to an air-tight container and store it in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Reheat the curry in a microwave-safe container in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds or on the stovetop over medium heat.

How to make this easy vegetarian halloumi curry?

This simple halloumi curry comes together in a few simple steps. Start by frying the halloumi cheese until golden on both sides, then transfer the cheese to a plate and set aside. To the same pan, add the onion, tomato paste, and cauliflower. Sauté until the cauliflower is tender and the onion is soft. Then, add in the tomatoes and spices and cook until the tomatoes are soft. Lastly, add the coconut milk and spinach and allow the spinach to wilt slightly. Garnish and serve warm.

  • Net Carbs

    5.3 g

  • Fiber

    2.4 g

  • Total Carbs

    7.8 g

  • Protein

    31.6 g

  • Fats

    39.1 g

517 cals

Easy Vegetarian Keto Halloumi Curry

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Ingredients

  • Extra virgin olive oil

    Extra virgin olive oil

    1 tbsp

  • Halloumi Cheese

    Halloumi Cheese

    550 g

  • Onion, white, yellow or red, raw

    Onion, white, yellow or red, raw

    0.5 small

  • Cauliflower

    Cauliflower

    150 g

  • Tomato paste

    Tomato paste

    1.5 tbsp

  • Tomato raw (includes cherry, grape, roma)

    Tomato raw (includes cherry, grape, roma)

    0.5 medium - 2 3/5" diameter

  • Cumin, ground

    Cumin, ground

    1 tsp

  • Garam masala

    Garam masala

    1 tsp

  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

    Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

    0.5 tsp

  • Turmeric, ground

    Turmeric, ground

    0.5 tsp

  • Curry powder

    Curry powder

    1 tsp

  • Garlic powder

    Garlic powder

    1 tsp

  • Canned coconut milk

    Canned coconut milk

    0.75 cup

  • Spinach, raw

    Spinach, raw

    2 cup

  • Parsley

    Parsley

    1 tbsp, chopped

Recipe Steps

steps 5

40 min

  • Step 1

    Cut the halloumi into bite-sized cubes, dice the onion and tomatoes, and cut the cauliflower into small florets. To a pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and the halloumi cubes. Allow the halloumi pieces to brown evenly on one side, then flip and cook on the other side as well; this should take about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer the halloumi pieces to a plate.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    To the same pot, add the onions, tomato paste, and cauliflower florets. Sauté for about 8 minutes until the cauliflower is slightly tender and the onions are soft and translucent. Continuously stir to ensure the cauliflower does not stick to the bottom of the pot.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Add the tomatoes, cumin, garam masala, red chili flakes, turmeric, curry powder, and garlic powder. Stir to coat all the vegetables in the spices evenly. Cover and cook until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture has slightly thickened.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Turn the heat to medium-low, then add the coconut milk and spinach. Stir to combine and allow the mixture to simmer gently uncovered until the spinach is wilted. Use a fork to confirm that the cauliflower is cooked through.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Add the halloumi back into the pot and stir one last time. Turn off the heat. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 24 hours.
    Step 5

Comments 2

  • Mexisteffi

    Mexisteffi a year ago

    Delicious!! Everyone in the family loved it. I think that the calorie count might be different depending on brand of coconut milk and halloumi. Definitely a keeper!

    • CALIFORNIA REFUGEE

      CALIFORNIA REFUGEE a year ago

      My cheese gave off way too much moisture to brown. But I don't think it affected the taste at all. Spice mixture was perfect, however I used only about 1/8 tsp of the red pepper flakes. I used heavy cream instead of coconut milk for extended storage time. I hope it freezes well as it made a lot for a single person. All in all, a really good recipe.