Elevate your grilled cheese game with this delicious and spicy twist on the classic sandwich. This recipe combines creamy gouda cheese with a kick of sriracha for a flavorful and melty filling. Serve it with crispy and golden sweet potato tots on the side for a satisfying meal that will leave you craving more. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a cooking time of 15 minutes, you can have this mouthwatering dish ready in no time. Perfect for a quick lunch or a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 8 slices of gouda cheese
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sweet potato tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on the skillet.
- Top each slice with a slice of gouda cheese.
- Drizzle sriracha sauce over the cheese. Adjust the amount according to your desired level of spiciness.
- Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up.
- Grill the sandwiches for about 2-3 minutes per side, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- While the sandwiches are cooking, prepare the sweet potato tots according to the package instructions.
- Once the sandwiches are done, remove them from the skillet and let them cool slightly before slicing.
- Serve the grilled cheese sandwiches with the crispy sweet potato tots on the side.
- Season the tots with salt and pepper to taste.
- Enjoy your spicy and cheesy grilled cheese sandwich with a side of delicious sweet potato tots!
Interesting Facts
Sriracha is a popular hot sauce made from chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt.
Gouda cheese is a Dutch cheese known for its creamy texture and slightly sweet flavor.
Sweet potato tots are a healthier alternative to regular tater tots, as sweet potatoes are packed with nutrients and antioxidants.