Fried Halloumi Cheese

Name: Fried Halloumi Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 16 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 1 lb Halloumi cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 4 tbsp All-purpose flour; 1 Egg, beaten; 6 tbsp Panko breadcrumbs; 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying); 2 cups Mixed greens; 1 lemon Lemon, cut into wedges; 1/8 tsp Salt; pinch Black pepper

Golden-fried halloumi cheese with a crispy exterior and melted, gooey interior. Served over fresh greens with a squeeze of lemon. A viral TikTok sensation that's crispy, creamy, and irresistible.

16 minEasyServes 2340 cal/serving

TurkishAppetizerStovetopVegetarian

Ingredients

1 lb Halloumi cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
4 tbsp All-purpose flour
1 Egg, beaten
6 tbsp Panko breadcrumbs
2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
2 cups Mixed greens
1 lemon Lemon, cut into wedges
1/8 tsp Salt
pinch Black pepper

Instructions

1

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with 4 tbsp All-purpose flour, one with 1 beaten Egg, and one with 6 tbsp Panko breadcrumbs mixed with 1/8 tsp Salt and pinch Black pepper.
2

Pat 1 lb cut into 1/4-inch slices Halloumi cheese slices dry. Dredge each slice in flour, shaking off excess.
3

Dip in beaten egg, then coat completely with panko breadcrumb mixture.
4

Heat 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying) in a deep skillet to 350°F. Carefully add the cheese slices and fry for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
5

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
6

Arrange 2 cups Mixed greens on a plate, top with warm halloumi, and serve with 1 lemon cut into wedges Lemon on the side.

Questions

Can I make Fried Halloumi Cheese dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (1 lb Halloumi cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free appetizer collection instead.

Can I make Fried Halloumi Cheese gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 4 tbsp All-purpose flour, 6 tbsp Panko breadcrumbs. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works); the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Fried Halloumi Cheese keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Fried Halloumi Cheese?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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