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

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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.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Fried Halloumi Cheese?

For Fried Halloumi Cheese, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

Why pat it dry first in Fried Halloumi Cheese?

Step 2 reads: "Pat 1 lb cut into 1/4-inch slices Halloumi cheese slices dry." Surface water has to boil off before anything can brown. Drying at step 2 means the food sears in the first minute instead of steaming.

Is there a substitute for halloumi in Fried Halloumi Cheese?

The entry for Fried Halloumi Cheese calls for 1 lb Halloumi cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices. In its place: Paneer or queso para freir also holds its shape in a hot pan. Both are less salty, so season them.

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 Fried Halloumi Cheese 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.

Does Fried Halloumi Cheese contain eggs?

Yes: 1 Egg, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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