Kimchi Grilled Cheese Sliders
Cheesy, savory Kimchi Grilled Cheese Sliders are going to be your next game day or gathering MVP - they're so easy to make and only require 6 ingredients!
Servings: 12 sliders
Ingredients
- 12 ct Kings Hawaiian sweet rolls cut in half
- 2 cups kimchi chopped
- ½ cup onion chopped
- 8 oz thick cut bacon roughly chopped
- 12 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Heat bacon in a dry pan over medium heat until the fat is rendered and crispy. Use a paper towel to drain the excess fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons remaining in the pan.
- Add the onions and let sweat for 1 minute, then and kimchi and cook for 4-5 minutes over medium high heat. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a nonstick pan over low heat and add the bottom rolls followed by 6 slices of cheddar cheese, the kimchi mixture, 6 more slices of cheddar cheese and the top roll.
- Cover and toast each side of the rolls for 2-3 minutes per side, carefully using a plate to help flip the sandwich onto the other side. Melt another tablespoon of butter in the pan before flipping to evenly toast the top roll. Enjoy!
Notes
Key Tips:
- I like the kimchi chopped roughly so there is some texture. If you want less texture, you can chop the kimchi more finely.
- The fatty and crispy bacon provides a nice contrast to the kimchi and cheese; however, you can leave it out if you don't have it or don't want to include it. Alternatively, you can also use another fatty meat, like pancetta or pork belly.
- The bacon, kimchi, and cheese bring plenty of saltiness, but always adjust to your preferences. Taste test the kimchi and bacon mixture for salt after step 2 and adjust to your liking.
- I like to keep it simple and use cheddar cheese slices for grilled cheese; however, you can use any cheese slice you prefer, including but not limited to American cheese, colby jack, havarti, provolone, or any combination.
- Using a cold, dry pan allows the bacon fat to render slowly and evenly, resulting in crispier bacon.
- Make sure the pan is large enough for the rolls before assembling the rolls.
- I recommend using a large plate to help flip the sliders onto the other side. Do not try doing this with just a spatula!
- Store any leftover Kimchi Grilled Cheese Slides in an airtight container or wrapped in aluminum foil in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat sliders in the oven at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX or in the air fryer at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX.
- I don't recommend making these ahead of time, as it's best to assemble in the pan and serve them fresh.
Nutrition
Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 347mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 254IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1mg