Crispy Halloumi Fries In The Air Fryer
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a quick and delightful appetizer, these crispy Air Fryer Halloumi Fries are sure to deliver!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 16 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 450 g halloumi cheese (2 packs x 225 grams)
- ¼ cup plain white flour / all-purpose flour
- 2 small eggs (lightly whisked)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
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To start, cut the halloumi cheese into thick strips, similar to fries. I typically get 16 strips from two blocks of halloumi.
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Get your workstation ready: On a small plate, blend together the plain white flour, freshly ground black pepper, and paprika. In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until thoroughly mixed. Put the panko breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl.
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Take each halloumi strip and first coat it in the flour mixture, then dip it into the beaten eggs.
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Cover it in the panko breadcrumbs, making sure it’s fully coated. Then, place the coated strips on a plate.
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Line your air fryer basket with silicone paper. Gently place the breaded halloumi strips into the air fryer basket without overcrowding it. Lightly grease the halloumi strips using a brush or spray oil.
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Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and fry your halloumi fries for 13-14 minutes, until they turn golden brown and crispy. Flip them halfway through and grease them with more oil.
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Serve them while still warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Be sure to coat each halloumi strip evenly with the flour, egg, and breadcrumbs to get a crispy outer layer.
- When breading the halloumi cheese, you might need to take breaks to wash your hands once or twice.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket, cook them in batches if necessary.
- This recipe also works well with other grilling cheeses like paneer or queso panela.