Description
Air fryer halloumi cheese bites are crispy, savory snacks perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g halloumi cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- Cut the halloumi into bite-sized cubes.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, and salt in a third bowl.
- Dredge each halloumi cube in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated halloumi bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Spray the bites lightly with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown.
- Remove and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the halloumi in herbs or spices before breading.
- Experiment with different breadcrumb types, like panko, for a crunchier texture.
- Serve with a fresh salad or as part of a mezze platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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