Halloumi Fries
Crispy on the outside and wonderfully salty on the inside, these halloumi fries are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer. They are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce or enjoying on their own.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 20 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 264 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 250 ghalloumi cheese
- 2 tbspolive oil
garnish
- 0.5 pcslemon, for serving(optional)
- 1 tbspfresh mint, chopped, for serving(optional)
Equipment
tongs · frying pan · paper towels · cutting board · knife
The method
Step by step
- 1
Slice the halloumi cheese into fry-like sticks, approximately 1 cm thick and 5-7 cm long.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the sticks are relatively uniform in size for even cooking.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The oil should be shimmering but not smoking before adding the cheese.
- 3
Carefully place the halloumi sticks in the hot pan in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
Cook’s note: Overcrowding will reduce the oil temperature and lead to less crispy fries.
- 4
Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
About 6 min
Cook’s note: Flip gently with tongs to ensure even browning.
- 5
Remove the cooked halloumi fries from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Serve immediately while hot for the best texture.
- 6
Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of chopped fresh mint, if desired.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: A dip like tzatziki or sweet chili sauce also pairs wonderfully with halloumi fries.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 263.7kcal
- Protein
- 13.3g
- Carbs
- 2.9g
- Fat
- 22.4g
- Fibre
- 0.4g
- Sugar
- 0.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover halloumi fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a dry frying pan over medium heat or in an oven until warmed through and slightly crispy again.
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