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Kimchi Grilled Cheese

Kimchi Grilled Cheese: A Flavorful Comfort Food Reimagined

Experience the bold flavors of Korean kimchi in a comforting grilled cheese—perfect for a quick lunch or snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American, Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread or any hearty bread
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter room temperature
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Gouda Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Kimchi fresh or store-bought
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1/2 fruit Avocado sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang optional
  • 2 slices Crispy Bacon optional

Equipment

  • Cast-iron pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Butter the outside of four slices of sourdough bread with room temperature salted butter.
  2. On the inside of two slices, layer sharp cheddar cheese, gouda cheese, and kimchi.
  3. Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Cook the sandwiches for about 5 minutes until golden-brown, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from the pan, slice in half and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve with chips or Asian slaw for a complete meal. Best enjoyed fresh!

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