AppetizerSnackSide Dish

Halloumi Fries

Name: Halloumi Fries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: mediterranean
Ingredients: 250 g halloumi cheese; 2 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 pcs lemon for serving (optional); 1 tbsp fresh mint chopped, for serving (optional)

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

VegetarianGluten-free

Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

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

43%Score

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

Storage

Store leftover halloumi fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat in a dry frying pan over medium heat or in an oven until warmed through and slightly crispy again.