Ultimate Cheese Toasty with Sauerkraut & Chipotle Hot Sauce

Crispy sourdough toastie with melty cheese, tangy kraut and a smoky chilli kick

Cheese toastie with sourdough, melted cheddar and mozzarella, sauerkraut and chipotle sauce.

This Ultimate Cheese Toasty takes a comfort food classic and gives it a bold, flavour-packed twist. Layers of rich cheddar and mozzarella melt into tangy garlic and dill sauerkraut, all brought together with a hit of OEA Chipotle Raw & Hot Sauce.

Fried in olive oil until golden and crisp, then pressed for that perfect crunch, this is a toastie that delivers on every level — gooey, crispy, smoky and sharp all at once.

Served with OEA Cornichons on the side, it’s the perfect balance of indulgent and fresh.

Quick, simple and seriously satisfying — the OEA way.

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Ultimate Cheese Toasty Recipe

Ingredients (Per Toastie)

2 thick slices sourdough (or bread of your choice)
A generous amount of sauerkraut (we used Bath Culture House dill sauerkraut)
Cheddar & mozzarella, grated
OEA Chipotle Raw & Hot Sauce
Olive oil, for frying

To Serve

OEA Cornichons

Method

Golden grilled cheese sandwich with sauerkraut and melted cheese served with cornichons.

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a frying pan over low / medium heat.
Layer one slice of bread with a generous amount of grated cheddar and mozzarella, followed by the sauerkraut and a drizzle of OEA Chipotle Raw & Hot Sauce. Top with more cheese, then place the second slice of bread on top.
Place the sandwich into the pan and press it down firmly (we use an antique iron but any weight like a clean heavy pan or similar to get that crisp finish).
Cook for a few minutes until golden and crisp, then carefully flip and cook the other side until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is deeply golden.

To Serve

Serve hot, straight from the pan, with a side of OEA Cornichons for a sharp, crunchy contrast.

Perfect for quick lunches, indulgent snacks or comfort food moments.

Why It Works

rispy sourdough cheese toastie with gooey filling and pickles on the side.

The combination of melty cheese and tangy sauerkraut creates the perfect balance of richness and acidity. The chipotle hot sauce adds a smoky heat that cuts through the cheese, while pressing the sandwich ensures a crisp, golden exterior.

Served with cornichons, every bite delivers crunch, melt, spice and sharpness — comfort food elevated with bold flavour.