Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 slice

Brie-style cheese

sliced

8 slice

Hearty artisanal white bread

4 tbsp

Sweet Thai Chili Sauce

4 unit

Garlic cloves

peeled

0.25 tsp

Kosher salt

1.5 tsp

Red pepper flakes

0.5 cup

Cider vinegar

0.67 cup

Light brown sugar

packed

Step 1
~1 min

Slice brie cheese into 8 slices.

Step 2
~1 min

Take 4 slices of bread.

Step 3
~1 min

Lay 2 slices of brie on each of the 4 bread slices.

Step 4
~1 min

To make the chili sauce, pound garlic and salt together using a mortar and pestle.

Step 5
~1 min

Stir in red pepper flakes and set aside.

Step 6
~1 min

Place cider vinegar in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Step 7
~1 min

Stir in brown sugar, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 8
~1 min

Stir in the garlic mixture and cook for 1 minute.

Step 9
~1 min

Remove the pan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.

Step 10
~1 min

Spread 1 tablespoon of sweet Thai chili sauce on each of the remaining 4 slices of bread.

Step 11
~1 min

Lay the sauced slices, sauce side down, on top of the cheese-covered bread.

Step 12
~1 min

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 13
~1 min

Put the sandwiches in the skillet.

Step 14
~1 min

Cook until the cheese has melted and the bread is golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.

Step 15
~1 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a non-reactive saucepan for the chili sauce to avoid discoloration.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.

For a crispier sandwich, brush the outside of the bread with melted butter before toasting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The chili sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with tomato soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato Soup
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France (Brie), Thailand (Chili Sauce)

Cultural Significance

Fusion of European and Asian flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Snack
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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