• Slice halloumi into strips, similar to thick cut fries (approximately ½ inch / 1.5 cm in thickness)
• Make a dipping station with 3 separate bowls with the following:

  1. Add the flour, paprika, garlic powder, and a good pinch of salt and stir to combine

  2. Crack the eggs and whisk

  3. Add the panko breadcrumbs
• One at a time, coat the halloumi fries into each bowl in the following order:

  Put into the flour and dust off the excess, then into the egg, then into the panko breadcrumbs. Press down on the panko crumbs to ensure they stick to the halloumi then place the crumbed fries on a plate

  *To make less mess, always use one hand for the wet dipping and the second hand for the dry coatings
• Repeat the above step for all of the halloumi pieces

Air Fryer Method

• Preheat to 400℉/ 200℃. Spray the bottom of the air fryer with olive oil then place the halloumi fries into the air fryer in one single layer, making sure they aren't touching (work in batches if needed)
• Spray them generously with the olive oil so they’re all coated then cook for 6 minutes until lightly golden brown
• Flip them over and spray the other side with oil spray and cook for a further 2-3 minutes until golden (total cooking of 8-10 minutes depending on your air fryer strength)

Pan Fry Method

• Heat your preferred oil in a deep saucepan to a medium-high heat

  I prefer to use a smaller saucepan and work in batches, starting with ¼ cup oil and increase as needed
• Test the oil is hot by adding a tiny sprinkle of flour and if it sizzles, its ready. Carefully add the halloumi fries one at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pan
• Cook for 2-3 minutes and once golden brown, flip them over and cook the second side for 1 minute or until golden
• Carefully remove off the pan and place onto a plate with paper towels to remove the excess oil. Repeat the above steps with the remaining halloumi then enjoy your pan-fried halloumi fries with a side of sriracha aioli and enjoy!!

Oven Baked Method

• Preheat to 400℉/ 200℃. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and add the halloumi fries in a single layer, making sure they aren't touching
• Spray them generously with a olive oil spray and bake for 10 minutes
• Flip them over and spray the second side with olive oil and bake for a further 5 minutes until golden brown