Learn the best way to cook halloumi with this Air Fryer Halloumi recipe. Crispy on the outside, soft and delicious on the inside - just the way it should be cooked. This halloumi comes out better than on the grill, and is much easier to make.
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I'm a big fan of halloumi, and use it in all kinds of ways: grilled on skewers with veggies, in stir-fries, in curries, and in halloumi wraps.
But the way I have it most often? Air fried, with a squeeze of lemon, and maybe some chili flakes or Tajin seasoning.
Why you will love this recipe
- It's quick and done in under 10 minutes
- No mess - keep it all in the air fryer
- No oil needed for a less greasy treat
- The crispiest halloumi thanks to getting rid of all the excess liquid
- Perfectly golden brown thanks to the circulating air
- Hands off - slice it, then let the air fryer do the work!
- 1 ingredient - a package of halloumi cheese is all you need!
What you need to make it
How to make Air Fryer Halloumi
- Place sliced halloumi in a cold (not preheated) air fryer basket
- Air fry 8-10 minutes at 390°F (200°C), until crispy and golden
Tips & tricks
- Cook in a single layer or the slices will stick together
- Leave enough space around the slices for the air to circulate
- Don't preheat! Halloumi cooks better from cold.
- Don't flip! It cooks better when you leave it alone.
- Don't add oil! It crisps up even better on its own.
- Cook time can vary with your specific air fryer model
Storing, Freezing & Reheating
Storing: Store leftover air fryer halloumi in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Eat leftover halloumi cold or reheat in the air fryer.
Freezing: Do not freeze leftovers.
Reheating: Brush lightly with olive oil or spray with cooking spray, then reheat in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes at 390°F (200°C).
Recipe FAQ
Halloumi can get a rubbery texture when you cook it too long. To avoid this, cook it over pretty high temperature to allow the interior to soften, while the outside turns crispy and golden.
No, I do not recommend washing halloumi before cooking. Some people like doing this to remove excess salt, but to me the saltiness of halloumi is one of the best parts about it.
I prefer frying (pan frying or air frying) halloumi over baking it. The reason is that this gives it a better, crispier, exterior.
Serving suggestions
Air fried halloumi is delicious as a snack or appetizer on its own, but there are also lots of delicious halloumi recipes you can try:
- Halloumi Wraps
- Halloumi Portobello Burgers
- Halloumi Sandwich
- With a simple arugula salad
- With scrambled eggs for breakfast or brunch
- Together with grilled lemon chicken
- With a squeeze of lemon and chili flakes or Tajin seasoning
- Drizzled with honey and some sea salt flakes
- With a side of cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes and fresh ground black pepper
More quick & easy air fryer recipes
Looking for more quick & easy recipes to make in your air fryer?
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Air Fryer Chicken Legs
- Juicy Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
- Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks
- Air Fryer Bone In Pork Chops
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Recipe
Air Fryer Halloumi
Print RateIngredients
- 1 halloumi sliced in ½ inch (1.25 cm) slices
Instructions
- Place halloumi slices in a single layer in a cold air fryer basket, leaving enough room for the air to circulate around them.1 halloumi
- Air fry 8-10 minutes at 390℉ (200℃), until crispy and golden. Serve immediately!
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Notes
- Cook in a single layer or the slices will stick together
- Leave enough space around the slices for the air to circulate
- Don't preheat! Halloumi cooks better from cold.
- Don't flip! It cooks better when you leave it alone.
- Don't add oil! It crisps up even better on its own.
- Cook time can vary with your specific air fryer model
- Store leftovers in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 3 days
- Eat leftovers cold or reheat in the air fryer.
- Reheat in the air fryer: brush lightly with olive oil and reheat in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes at 390°F (200°C)
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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