Hot sandwich with cheese and chorizo
1 serving
15 minutes
A hot sandwich with cheese and chorizo is a delightful combination of crispy toasted bread, gooey cheddar, and spicy chorizo. This sandwich is a classic variation of the American grilled cheese but with a Spanish twist. Chorizo adds a rich, spicy flavor that perfectly contrasts with the creamy texture of melted cheese. It's easy to prepare: the bread is buttered and toasted to a golden crust while the aromatic filling melts inside, creating a delicious stuffing. Serving it with cranberry jam adds a slight tanginess, making the flavor even richer. It's a great snack or light lunch that will please lovers of cheesy toasts and meat delicacies.
1
Slice the bread.
- Bread: 2 pieces
2
Cut or grate the cheese.
- Cheddar cheese: 60 g
3
Spread softened butter on one side of the first piece of bread.
- Butter: 20 g
4
Place cheese on the dry side of the bread, then add chorizo.
- Cheddar cheese: 60 g
- Chorizo: 20 g
5
Place the bread with cheese and chorizo on a cold skillet with the butter side down. Cover with a second slice of bread.
- Bread: 2 pieces
- Butter: 20 g
6
Turn on the stove to medium heat.
7
Press the sandwich with some weight. A heavy plate, frying pan, or saucepan will work.
8
When the bottom of the bread is browned, spread butter on the top piece and flip the bread. Continue frying without weight.
- Butter: 20 g
9
When the bottom side is also browned, the grilled cheese is ready.
10
Cut the sandwich in half and eat it immediately, dipping it in cranberry jam.
- Lingonberry jam: 30 g