Skillet Kimchi Cheddar Grilled (Printable format)

Tangy kimchi and sharp cheddar melted between golden toasted sourdough slices.

# List of ingredients:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sturdy sourdough or country bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

→ Kimchi

03 - 1/2 cup well-drained chopped kimchi

→ Butter

04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Optional Additions

05 - 1 tablespoon sliced green onions
06 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

# How to make it:

01 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two slices of bread on a clean surface, buttered side down.
03 - Distribute shredded cheddar evenly over both bread slices.
04 - Top cheese with chopped kimchi, spreading evenly. Add sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
05 - Place remaining bread slices on top, buttered side facing outward.
06 - Warm a skillet over medium-low heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula until bread is golden brown and cheese melts.
08 - Remove sandwiches from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, slice in half, and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • For extra crispiness use mayonnaise instead of butter on the bread exterior
  • Try mozzarella or Gruyère for a milder flavor
03 -
  • Press gently when cooking to avoid squeezing out the fillings
  • Use medium-low heat to ensure cheese melts without burning bread
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