Kimchi Grilled Cheese
A boldly tangy grilled cheese that layers fermented kimchi with melted cheddar and gooey mozzarella between buttered sourdough slices. The kimchi adds heat and depth to a classic comfort sandwich.
Crispy buttered sourdough filled with melted cheese and spicy fermented kimchi.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
Base
Filling
Cheese
Fat
Spice
Garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Kimchi
Drain excess liquid from the kimchi and chop it into smaller pieces. Pat the kimchi dry with paper towels to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
Mix the Cheese and Spread
Combine cheddar and mozzarella in a bowl. Mix gochujang with sesame oil in a small dish and spread a thin layer on the inner sides of all four bread slices.
Build the Sandwich
Layer a generous amount of mixed cheese on the gochujang side of two bread slices. Spread kimchi evenly over the cheese then top with remaining cheese before placing the second bread slice on top.
Butter the Exterior
Spread softened butter generously and evenly on both outer sides of each assembled sandwich. Make sure to reach the edges to ensure even browning.
Grill Until Golden
Place sandwiches in a cold skillet then turn heat to medium low. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side pressing gently with a spatula until deeply golden and cheese is fully melted. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
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