Kimchi Avocado Toast (Printable)
Creamy avocado and spicy kimchi on crispy toast—bold fusion flavors in just 15 minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Bread
01 - 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
→ Toppings
02 - 1 ripe avocado
03 - 1/2 cup kimchi, drained and chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
06 - 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
07 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
08 - Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
09 - Lemon or lime wedge (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Toast the bread slices in a toaster or skillet until golden brown and crisp throughout.
02 - Halve and pit the avocado. Scoop the flesh into a small bowl and mash with a fork until creamy. Season with sea salt, cracked black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice to taste.
03 - Spread the mashed avocado evenly and generously over each slice of toasted bread.
04 - Distribute the drained, chopped kimchi evenly over the avocado layer on each slice.
05 - Drizzle with olive oil if desired. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately while the toast is still warm and crisp.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It takes less time than scrolling through your phone looking for breakfast ideas and hits every flavor note you could want.
- The creamy, spicy, crunchy combination is addictive enough that you will start keeping kimchi stocked just for this.
02 -
- Wet kimchi is the enemy of crispy toast, so really press out that liquid before chopping.
- Not all kimchi is vegetarian since many brands use fish sauce or shrimp, so check the label if that matters to you.
03 -
- Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for thirty seconds before sprinkling them on and the aroma will blow your mind.
- Mash the avocado directly on the toast instead of in a bowl if you want fewer dishes to wash.