Kimchi Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Steps

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1. 1
   Finely dice a quarter of an onion and finely chop 150 g of well-fermented kimchi. Use tongs and scissors to avoid staining your cutting board with kimchi juice.
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2. 2
   Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the onion and kimchi, and sauté for about 2 minutes.
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3. 3
   Add 3 tbsp of kimchi juice and sauté for 4 to 5 more minutes until most of the liquid evaporates and the kimchi is nicely caramelized. If the kimchi is too sour, you can add a pinch of sugar and cook longer.
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4. 4
   Remove the kimchi mixture from heat and set aside. Spread a thin layer of softened unsalted butter on one side of each bread slice, using about 3 tbsp total for four slices.
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5. 5
   Place bread slices butter-side down in a cold medium pan. Layer with 2 slices of cheese and half of the kimchi mixture. Top with more cheese and cover with another bread slice, butter-side up.
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6. 6
   Place the pan over medium heat and cook for 2 to 4 minutes. Gently press down with a spatula and rotate the sandwich every 30 seconds to achieve a deep golden brown crust.
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7. 7
   Once the bottom is golden brown and crispy, flip and toast the other side for 1 to 2 minutes until both sides are beautifully golden brown. Your kimchi grilled cheese is done when the cheese is fully melted.
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8. 8
   Transfer to a cutting board. Optionally, toast it in an oven or air fryer to make it even crispier. Finally, cut in half and serve.
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