Korean Street Toast is a delicious grilled sandwich filled with a savory egg omelette, crunchy vegetables, and melted cheese. This mouthwatering treat combines a perfect balance of buttery, savory, salty, and slightly sweet flavors. With its satisfying chewy and crispy textures, along with the gooey melted cheese, it’s sure to satisfy all your cravings!
INGREDIENTS
- 1.5 Tbsp butter (or margarine/olive oil – 1 Tbsp for the bread, 1/2 Tbsp for the omelette; unsalted optional)
- 2 slices white bread (or Korean milk bread)
- 1 tsp sugar (or sugar substitute)
Egg Omelette:
- 2 eggs
- 3 oz cabbage (thinly sliced, about 1 cup)
- 1/4 carrot (julienned)
- 2 green onions
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Pinch of ground black pepper
Condiments & Cheese:
- 2 tsp ketchup
- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 slices cheddar cheese (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare Vegetables and Ham:
Thinly slice cabbage (or use a pre-made cabbage slaw), julienne the carrot, and cut the green onions at an angle for added texture. Optionally, slice ham into strips. Set these ingredients aside. - Egg Mixture:
In a bowl, combine the vegetables (and ham, if using) with the eggs. Season with salt and pepper, and mix everything together with a fork. Set aside. - Toast the Bread:
Coat the bread slices with butter and toast both sides in a frying pan. For beginners, follow these steps:- Heat a non-stick frying pan on medium-low heat and melt 1/2 Tbsp butter.
- Swirl the pan to evenly distribute the butter without browning it.
- Add the bread slices to the pan, allowing the bread to absorb the melted butter by pressing it gently into the pan.
- Add the remaining butter and let the other side of the bread absorb it as well.
- Once both sides are coated with butter, continue to toast until both sides are golden brown.
- Remove the bread from the pan and sprinkle sugar on each slice (about 1/2 tsp per slice).
- Make the Egg Omelette:
In the same pan, melt 1.5 to 2 tsp butter or oil over medium heat.
Pour the egg mixture into the pan, forming a wide rectangle in the center. Let the egg cook, gently pushing any excess egg into the center to maintain the rectangle shape.
Once the egg starts to set, divide it into two squares, each the size of your bread slices. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the omelette until firm and lightly browned on both sides. Remove from heat and set aside. - Assemble the Korean Street Toast:
- Spread ketchup (or jam) on one slice of toast (on the sugared side).
- Place an egg omelette on top of the ketchup.
- Add a slice of cheese and spread mayonnaise over it.
- Place the second egg omelette on top of the cheese and mayo.
- Optionally, add another slice of cheese and spread more ketchup and mayo mixture, or simply squeeze a bit of ketchup and mayo separately on the bread.
- Close the sandwich with the second piece of toast, sugared side down.
- Serve and Enjoy!
