Recipe information
Total Time
25 minutes
Yield
2 sandwiches
Ingredients
For the cheese spread:
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
1
For the sandwiches and assembly:
2
4
2
2
1
2
2
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Preparation
Make the cheese spread:
Step 1
Mix Gruyère, white cheddar, fontina cheese, garlic, parsley, gochujang, mayonnaise, and onion in a medium bowl until well combined.
Assemble the sandwiches:
Step 2
Heat a large cast-iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high. Fry pancetta until crispy and fat has rendered, 3-5 minutes per side. Wipe out skillet and reserve for sandwiches.
Step 3
Spread 1 side of each slice of bread with 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise total (doing this before toasting helps ensure a golden brown and crispy grilled cheese). Flip 2 slices over so mayo side is face down. Divide cheese spread between these 2 slices. Top each slice with a piece of pancetta, half of sliced okra, half of bean sprouts, and a second slice of bread with the mayo on the outside of the sandwich.
Step 4
Heat reserved skillet over medium-high. Combine oil and butter, stir until butter is melted, and immediately add sandwiches. Cover skillet with a lid or baking sheet to properly melt cheese; toast until bread is crispy and browned, 3–5 minutes per side. Cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
Do Ahead
Step 5
Cheese spread can be made up to 3 days in advance and refrigerated.