Mexican Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Elevate your grilled cheese game with these irresistible Mexican Grilled Cheese Sandwiches! Combining the tangy kick of pickled jalapeños, the creamy richness of mashed avocado, and the bold flavors of cumin and paprika, this recipe takes comfort food to the next level. Made with hearty sourdough bread and a melty Mexican cheese blend, each bite is an explosion of flavor and texture. Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside with a gooey, flavorful center, these sandwiches are a quick 20-minute meal idea that's ideal for busy weeknights or casual lunches. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served warm, they’re a surefire crowd-pleaser that pairs perfectly with soup or a zesty salad. Don’t miss out on this spicy and cheesy twist to a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Sourdough bread
- 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 0.25 cup Pickled jalapeño slices
- 1 medium Avocado
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, mash the avocado with the lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set this mixture aside.
Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread evenly, using about 1/2 tablespoon of butter per slice.
In a separate small bowl, mix the ground cumin and paprika. Sprinkle this spice mixture lightly over the buttered side of each slice of bread for a smoky, zesty flavor.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
Place four slices of bread in the skillet, buttered side down. Spread a thin layer of the avocado mixture on the unbuttered side of each slice.
Top each slice with 1/2 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend and a few pickled jalapeño slices.
Place the remaining four slices of bread on top of each sandwich, buttered side up.
Cook each sandwich for 3-4 minutes on one side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip each sandwich and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the second side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half and serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.6 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.9 g | 365% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 4530 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.9 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 76.0 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1743 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1353 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
