Korean Street Toast (Gilgeori Toast)

Name: Korean Street Toast (Gilgeori Toast)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Unsalted butter', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Granulated sugar', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Ketchup', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Mayonnaise', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Sliced ham', 'amount': '4 slices'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1/4, thinly sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Carrot', 'amount': '1/2, julienned'}; {'ingredient': 'Cabbage', 'amount': '1 cup, shredded'}; {'ingredient': 'White bread', 'amount': '4 slices'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggs', 'amount': '4, beaten'}

Korean Street Toast, or 'Gilgeori Toast', is a delightful street food staple that captures the heart of South Korean culinary culture. Picture this: a crispy, golden sandwich filled with fluffy, perfectly cooked eggs, vibrant vegetables, and a unique sweet-savory sauce that dances on your palate. Found at bustling markets and street corners, this sandwich is not just a meal; it’s an experience that embodies the joy of street food. Each bite offers a medley of textures—from the crunch of fresh cabbage and carrots to the soft, warm embrace of the egg. Whether enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack, this toast promises to transport you to the vibrant streets of Seoul with every delicious bite.

Servings: 2

Ingredients

Unsalted butter (2 tablespoons)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
Granulated sugar (1 tablespoon)
Ketchup (2 tablespoons)
Mayonnaise (2 tablespoons)
Sliced ham (4 slices)
Onion (1/4, thinly sliced)
Carrot (1/2, julienned)
Cabbage (1 cup, shredded)
White bread (4 slices)
Eggs (4, beaten)

Instructions

In a bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
Pour half of the beaten eggs into the pan, cooking until set, flipping once. Remove and set aside. Repeat with the remaining eggs.
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, and granulated sugar to create a sweet-savory sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Spread the sauce generously on one side of each slice of bread.
On one slice of bread, layer half of the cooked eggs, followed by the shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced onion, and two slices of ham. Top with another slice of bread, sauce side down.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients to make a second sandwich.
Heat the same pan or a sandwich press over medium heat and melt the remaining butter.
Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy, flipping once to ensure even browning.
Remove the sandwiches from the heat, slice in half, and serve hot for maximum enjoyment.

Dietary Information

Servings: 2 • Dish Type: Breakfast/Snack • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 25g • Carbs: 35g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 3g

Korean Street Toast (Gilgeori Toast)

Servings: 2

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

Related Recipes

Korean Egg Toast

Cabbage and Caramelized Onion Tart

Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Fritters