Spiked Grilled Cheese Sriracha Mayo (Printable)

Golden grilled bread with melted sharp cheddar and spicy sriracha mayo for a vibrant flavor boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Cheese

01 - 4 slices hearty sourdough or white sandwich bread
02 - 4 slices (4.2 oz) sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 2 slices (2.1 oz) Monterey Jack cheese (optional)

→ Sriracha Mayo

04 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
05 - 1 to 1.5 tablespoons sriracha sauce, adjust to taste
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice

→ Butter

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and lime juice in a small bowl, mixing until smooth. Adjust sriracha to desired heat level.
02 - Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice; these will form the crispy exterior.
03 - On the unbuttered side of two slices, distribute cheddar and optional Monterey Jack cheese evenly.
04 - Place remaining bread slices on top, buttered sides outward, creating two sandwiches.
05 - Spread a generous layer of sriracha mayo on the buttered side of each sandwich.
06 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
07 - Place sandwiches mayo side down in skillet. While cooking first side, spread sriracha mayo on the remaining top sides.
08 - Grill each side for 3 to 4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese fully melted.
09 - Remove sandwiches from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The spicy mayo creates an incredible crispy crust that regular butter cannot achieve
  • You get that perfect heat kick balanced by tangy lime and creamy cheese
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes but tastes like something from a gourmet diner
02 -
  • Medium low heat is non negotiable here because high heat burns the spicy coating before the cheese melts
  • Letting the sandwiches rest for one minute after grilling keeps the cheese from oozing out when you slice them
  • The mayo mixture can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet if you have one because it holds heat evenly and creates the most gorgeous crust
  • Let your cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before assembling for faster more even melting
  • Weighing down the sandwich with a second pan while cooking makes the cheese extra gooey and distributed evenly
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