Description
Learn how to make delicious crispy air-fried halloumi that’s perfect as an appetizer or snack. This recipe combines the salty goodness of halloumi with a flavorful seasoning, cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
Halloumi:
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick sticks or cubes
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Serving:
- Lemon wedges and fresh herbs for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Prepare Halloumi: Toss halloumi sticks with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Cook Halloumi: Arrange seasoned halloumi in a single layer in the air fryer. Air-fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve: Remove and serve hot with lemon wedges or fresh herbs.
Notes
- No need to add salt—halloumi is naturally salty.
- For extra flavor, try tossing with chili flakes or za’atar after frying.
- Best enjoyed immediately while hot and crispy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 portion
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
