Fried halloumi cheese stick

🧀 Fried Halloumi Cheese Sticks

Fried halloumi sticks are crispy on the outside and soft, salty, squeaky on the inside—a perfect snack or appetizer.

🧾 Ingredients (serves 2–3)

• 200g Halloumi Cheese, cut into sticks

• 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour (or cornflour for extra crisp)

• 1 tsp Paprika (optional)

• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (or enough for shallow frying)

• Lemon wedges and dipping sauce of choice

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare halloumi
   Cut the halloumi block into sticks about 1 cm thick. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

2. Coat the sticks
   Mix flour, paprika, and black pepper in a shallow plate. Dredge each halloumi stick in the flour mixture.

3. Heat the oil
   In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

4. Fry the sticks
   Fry halloumi sticks 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.

5. Drain and serve
   Place fried sticks on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce (like tzatziki, sweet chili, or aioli).

🍽️ Tips for Perfect Halloumi Sticks

• Do not overcook; halloumi melts if left too long.

• Serve hot, as halloumi becomes rubbery when cold.

• For extra crispiness, try double-dredging: flour → dip in water → flour again.

These fried halloumi sticks are crispy, salty, and utterly addictive—great as a party snack or side dish.

If you like, I can also give you a baked version that’s lower in oil but still crispy.