Kimchi Avocado Toast (Printable)

Creamy avocado and spicy kimchi on crispy sourdough toast with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread

→ Toppings

02 - 1 ripe avocado
03 - 1/2 cup kimchi, drained and chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
06 - 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
07 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
08 - Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
09 - Lemon or lime wedge (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Toast the bread slices in a toaster or skillet until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
02 - Halve and pit the avocado. Scoop the flesh into a small bowl and mash with a fork until smooth and creamy. Season with sea salt, cracked black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice if desired.
03 - Divide the mashed avocado evenly between the two toasted bread slices, spreading it in an even layer across each.
04 - Spoon the drained, chopped kimchi over the avocado layer, distributing it evenly across both slices.
05 - Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, and red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately while the toast is still warm and crisp.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy fat in avocado tames the fiery bite of kimchi in a way that feels like they were always meant to be together.
  • It takes fifteen minutes from fridge to plate, which means you can have something genuinely exciting for breakfast without planning ahead.
02 -
  • Not all kimchi is vegetarian, so scan the label for fish sauce or shrimp paste if that matters to you or your guests.
  • Draining the kimchi thoroughly is the difference between a crisp, satisfying toast and a sad, soaked piece of bread.
03 -
  • Let your avocado sit at room temperature for about thirty minutes before mashing so it spreads more easily and tastes creamier.
  • Toasting the sesame seeds in a dry pan for one minute before sprinkling them doubles their fragrance and adds a warm, toasty depth.

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