Ingredients
Scale
- 200g halloumi cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Coating Stations: Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour (mixed with paprika, pepper, and garlic powder), one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat the Halloumi: Dip each cube into the seasoned flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat and Cook: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray or brush with olive oil. Arrange the coated halloumi bites in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer to a serving plate and serve hot with dipping sauces like sweet chili, honey mustard, or your favorite condiment. Best enjoyed immediately for maximum crunch and gooeyness.
Notes
- Use fresh halloumi for optimal texture and flavor.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Experiment with spices and dipping sauces for variety.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Snack
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg