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Crispy halloumi fries

Crispy Hot Honey Halloumi Fries

Tuck into these delicious crispy halloumi fries drizzled with hot honey that gives the most amazing flavours.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time9 minutes
Total Time29 minutes
Author: Andrea
Servings: 20 fries
Calories: 132kcal

Ingredients

  • 400g halloumi approx 2 blocks
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder/granules
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder/granules
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 50g plain flour (all-purpose flour)
  • 2 medium eggs
  • 70g panko breadcrumbs
  • 4 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 300g sunflower oil for cooking

Instructions

  • Cut the halloumi into fries then dry them with paper towels and add them to a large plate. Sprinkle them with black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika ensuring they are evenly coated. 
  • Gather 3 bowls. To one, add the flour, to another add then whisks the eggs and to the last bowl, pour in the panko breadcrumbs. 
  • Take a piece halloumi and dip it into the flour. Turn it a few times to ensure it is fully coated. Next, dip it into the egg and fully coat. Shake off any excess egg then dip the halloumi into the panko and turn a few times to fully coat then place the breaded halloumi onto a large plate. Repeat the process with the rest of the halloumi.
  • Allow the breaded halloumi to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes. While the halloumi fries are resting make the sauce by adding the honey, chilli flakes and lime juice to a small saucepan. Heat over a medium heat until the honey begins to simmer. Give the honey a stir then remove the pan from the heat. Set aside to let the flavours infuse.
  • Place a heavy duty or cast-iron pan on a medium to high heat and pour in the oil. Heat until sizzling then carefully add some of the halloumi fries to the oil ensure they are not crammed in and there is some space between each piece of halloumi. To avoid cramming them in, I normally cook them in batches. 
  • Cook the halloumi fries for 3 minutes turning halfway through if necessary. They should be golden-brown in colour when they’re done. Remove the halloumi fries and place them on a plate lined with kitchen towel. Repeat the cooking process with the rest of the breaded halloumi fries. 
  • Once all the halloumi fries are cooked, drizzle the whole batch with the hot honey and serve immediately. Alternatively, you can serve the hot honey on the side as a dipping sauce.