Cheesy French Toast With Kimchi Recipe (2024)

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dona

Couldn’t you dip 1 slice of bread into the scrambled eggs and place in the hot pan. Top with cheese kimchi mix . Top with the second slice that’s also been dipped. Seems like it might be a little less messy than trying to keep the grated cheese mix in the sandwich while dipping and flipping..Sounds so good- I’m trying it for lunch tomorrow.

Glen Grayson

Instead of flipping the assembled sandwich over to dip the other side in the egg mixture, why not just dip the second slice of the bread into the egg mixture, and set it on top, and then move the whole sandwich to your skillet?

JPriddy

Yum! I forgot completely about the green onions, which I was saving for enchiladas tomorrow anyway. I used Manchego cheese, and 2-3 minutes is absolutely not enough time on each side over low heat with a cover—try 3-5. I make all sorts of grilled cheese, long and slow is the rule.

mimi

Made exactly as written by weight but doubled for two. Egg dipping is not as tricky as comments are making it out to be - just flip with a spatula following the instructions and you’re good. Easy, quick, and different. Will make again, probably w more cheese next time (maybe up to twice as much)

Andrea Preisinger

Restaurant trick with grilled cheese and quesadillas to make sure the cheese is melted. Heat them up before grilling. At a restaurant they are kept wrapped in foil in a low oven. At home you can simple put in the microwave for 30 seconds before grilling.

Jethrine

I solve the cheese melt problem by making grilling the bread first and then dropping grated cheese directly in the pan for a few moments as it cools. Mop up the melted goo with one slice of the bread. Go to is grated parmesan straight from freezer with softer refrigerated cheese on top. Must use non-stick plan.

K. C. Harms

Hubby approved! I also (like other commenters) dipped the bread into the egg mixture, placed it in the skillet, spooned the kimchi mixture on top, and then placed the other dipped bread on top of that. Worked great!

Lydia Sugarman

I mean, if you're starting with grated cheese, okay, combine with the kimchi. Otherwise, what is the logic behind tearing up sliced cheese to then mix with the kimchi? Especially if you decide to finish sandwich construction in the skillet, it should be perfectly fine to just spread the kimchi on the sliced cheese, add another slice on top of the kimchi and proceed with the second slice of soaked bread.Sometimes, these professional chefs overcomplicate things for busy home cooks.

Bill

Unique, but not French toast. The assembly is more akin to a croque monsieur. In my preparation the kimchi just dominated any other flavors and negated the value of adding egg, scallion, or brioche. I may try regular French toast with a side of kimchi for a breakfast dish.

Shannon

When I make any variety of stuffed french toast, I use a firm, unsliced bread. I cut a double-wide slice and make a slit in the crust on one side, then slide whatever I want in the middle, soak it in the egg mixture, flip it, soak it on the other side, then fry it. If I have any leftover egg, I drizzle it onto the slices while the first side cooks. Works great. My favorite stuffing is Cambozola cheese and thinly sliced apple. Then spread some Davina Fig and Orange Spread and enjoy.

Andrea Preisinger

Restaurant trick with grilled cheese and quesadillas to make sure the cheese is melted. Heat them up before grilling. At a restaurant they are kept wrapped in foil in a low oven. At home you can simple put in the microwave for 30 seconds before grilling.

oraz

great!!

KC

Absolutely divine! Simple and tasty. Would be great to dip this in sundubu.

Madi

Very good Sunday Breakfast! pairs well with a bowl and a co*ke zero.

Madi

So good pairs well w a stizzy and a co*ke zero

zoz

When I saw the photo, I thought those were sliced jalapeños rather than onions. I realized my mistake, but still used pickled jalapeños. Amazingly good!

Tiipiloo

Really good with leftover challah and fresh-grated cheddar cheese. Agree with long and slow cooking to get full melt and browning.

Good weekend breakfast.

Lisa

Easy to make (easier to flip than described) but I didn’t like it as much as I thought I would. Too eggy

Carolb

Delicious, doubled for two! Made quick mock kimchi with German sauerkraut and kimchi spice paste mix. Cooked on12" CI pan pressing down with CI grill press rather than cover. Poured leftover batter on sandwich. What went on the pan added a lovely crunchy taste. Came together very quickly.

AP

Delicious. Made as written x2, and served with a green salad for dinner. Will definitely make again - my partner approved. Dipping & flipping was no trouble at all.

AG

This was great. I added some artichoke spread to the cheese and kimchi to make it more of a paste.

Pissaladière

Hetty McKinnon speaks my food language! Or I'm learning hers. Either way, this is a sandwich to be savored without distraction. Or company, unless they understand your kimchi habit.

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FAQs

Should French toast have more eggs or milk? ›

Whatever you decide on, the ratio of liquid to egg will still be about ¼ cup liquid to one egg, and one egg per two slices of bread. So, if you want to make four slices of French toast, you would need four slices of bread, two eggs, and ½ cup milk. How's that for an easy recipe?

What is the secret to good French toast? ›

The secret ingredient in this fluffy French toast recipe: all-purpose flour! Flour binds the liquids together, which creates a more traditional “batter” and helps prevent soggy results. This extra ingredient ensures the French toast is crispy on the outside, but soft and fluffy on the inside.

Is milk or heavy cream better for French toast? ›

We use whole milk because the higher fat content makes the French toast nice and creamy, but you can substitute heavy cream, almond milk, or even coconut milk. The flavors will change a little, but the end result will still be delicious!

What happens if you soak French toast too long? ›

The first is using fresh bread, which soaks up too much of the egg mixture and doesn't cook through, remaining eggy and soggy in the middle. Leaving the bread in the egg mixture for too long is another route to soggy French toast.

How do you keep French toast from being too eggy? ›

If the balance is off and you include too many eggs or not enough milk, the finished French toast will have a scrambled egg-like flavor. When scaling this recipe up or down, keep in mind that you need 1/4 cup of milk for every egg.

Why is restaurant French toast so much better? ›

Restaurant French toast is generally a superior product because of time. Letting it soak in the custard for up to five minutes allows more delicious dairy to be absorbed. This step is where having stale bread is essential. Using soft fresh bread will take on too much custard and become a mushy mess.

How do you jazz up French toast? ›

What to Top French Toast With
  1. Maple syrup.
  2. Fruit compote, macerated berries, or fresh berries.
  3. Whipped cream.
  4. Powdered sugar.
  5. Cinnamon sugar.
  6. Butter (regular or nut butter)
  7. Candied nuts.
  8. Crème anglaise.
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What is the best bread for French toast? ›

For a solid French toast, aim for sturdy bread with a uniform texture and a soft crust. Hearty sandwich bread, brioche, challah, and shokupan (Japanese milk bread) are all great choices.

Is it better to cook French toast fast or slow? ›

Cooking it low and slow lets the bread soak up even more flavor. Stuffed French Toast: Chocolate, fruit, cream cheese or savory ingredients can all be stuffed inside French toast for extra flavor.

Why does my French toast taste weird? ›

Nail the Egg-to-Milk Ratio

Eggs and milk are the essential components of the custard base that gives French toast its tender richness—but get their ratio off and you'll wind up with undercooked slices that have an unpleasantly savory "scrambled eggs" flavor.

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