Halloumi burger with beer-battered onion rings

Step 1

To make the halloumi burger, mix together the spices and coat each halloumi slice thoroughly. Set aside while you make the onion rings.

Step 2

To make the onion rings, fill a deep-fat fryer or a large, deep, heavy-bottomed pan two-thirds full with the oil. Heat to 180C (a cube of bread should turn brown in one minute when dropped in.) CAUTION: Hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended.

Step 3

Mix together the batter ingredients and coat each onion ring well, then deep-fry for 2 minutes, until golden-brown. Drain on kitchen paper.

Step 4

To cook the halloumi, heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and fry for a minute on each side, until softened and blistering.

Step 5

Toast the burger buns and top with some sauce, Little Gem lettuce, the halloumi and an onion ring.