Halloumi cooking times
How long to cook halloumi: 2–3 min per side pan-fried, 2–3 min per side under the grill, 2–3 min per side on the barbecue and 6–8 min in an air fryer at 200°C. Every way to cook it is below, with the temperature and how to tell it’s done.
How long to cook halloumi
Times are for a 225–250 g block, in 1 cm slices.
| Method | Time | Heat | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pan-fry | 2–3 min per side | over a medium-high heat | In a dry non-stick pan or griddle. |
| Grill | 2–3 min per side | under a hot grill | – |
| Barbecue | 2–3 min per side | over hot direct heat | Oil the slices so they don’t stick. |
| Air fryer | 6–8 min | 200°C (400°F) | Slices or fries, turned halfway. |
| Oven | 15–20 min | 200°C (180°C fan), 400°F, gas 6 | In a tray bake with vegetables. |
Before you start
Pat dry. No oil is needed in a non-stick pan. Paneer cooks the same way.
How to tell it’s done
Golden brown on both sides and soft inside. Eat it hot: it goes squeaky as it cools.
Questions
How long to pan-fry halloumi?
2–3 min per side over a medium-high heat. In a dry non-stick pan or griddle.
How long to grill halloumi?
2–3 min per side under a hot grill.
How long to barbecue halloumi?
2–3 min per side over hot direct heat. Oil the slices so they don’t stick.
How long to cook halloumi in an air fryer?
6–8 min at 200°C (400°F). Slices or fries, turned halfway.
How long to cook halloumi in the oven?
15–20 min at 200°C (180°C fan), 400°F, gas 6. In a tray bake with vegetables.
Times are a guide for typical home portions: ovens, air fryers, microwaves and the size of what you’re cooking all vary. Check meat, poultry and fish with a thermometer before serving. Safe temperatures follow USDA and UK Food Standards Agency guidance, last checked 11 November 2026.