World Kitchen
Croissant Sandwich with Kimchi Aioli and Turkey
This exquisite sandwich masterfully combines a classic European café format with ultra-trendy Asian flavors. The crispy, light-as-air layered texture of a fresh buttery croissant contrasts beautifully with juicy, tender turkey pastrami and smooth, melt-in-your-mouth cheese. The star of the recipe is the savory kimchi aioli, which infuses the dish with distinctive Korean spiciness, a subtle tang, and a pleasant warming heat. Fresh salad greens add crispiness, creating a perfectly balanced bite. This is the ultimate recipe for a rich breakfast or a show-stopping brunch that comes together in mere minutes.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 15 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cooking
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- World Kitchen
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 480 kcal
- Protein
- 22 g
- Fat
- 32 g
- Carbs
- 26 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
In a small deep bowl, prepare the signature sauce
In a small deep bowl, prepare the signature sauce: combine thick mayonnaise, spicy kimchi sauce, lemon juice, and finely grated garlic. Mix thoroughly with a spoon until a beautiful uniform pale pink color and a vibrant spiced aroma are achieved.
- 02
Carefully slice the croissants in half lengthwise using a ser…
Carefully slice the croissants in half lengthwise using a serrated bread knife, making sure not to crush the delicate flaky layers and to preserve the airy crumb.
- 03
Toast the croissant halves on a dry, well-heated skillet cut-…
Toast the croissant halves on a dry, well-heated skillet cut-side down for just 1-2 minutes. You'll know it's done right when a light golden crust forms on the crumb—this keeps the sauce from making the pastry soggy.
- 04
Generously and evenly spread the prepared kimchi aioli over t…
Generously and evenly spread the prepared kimchi aioli over the warm bottom half of each croissant, coating the airy nooks of the toasted surface.
- 05
Layer the crisp salad greens onto the sauce, then arrange the…
Layer the crisp salad greens onto the sauce, then arrange the thinly sliced turkey in elegant folds, topping it with cheese slices. The cheese will start to melt gently from the residual warmth.
- 06
Cover the sandwiches with the top croissant halves, press dow…
Cover the sandwiches with the top croissant halves, press down very gently to secure the filling, and serve immediately.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
If your croissants are a day old, sprinkle them with a few drops of water and place them in an oven preheated to 180°C for 3 minutes to restore their incredible outer crunch and inner softness.
How to serve
Serve the sandwich immediately after assembly while the croissant and turkey are warm and the salad leaves remain crisp and un-wilted by the sauce.
How to store
Kimchi aioli can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but assemble the sandwich itself just before eating.
Note
For the sauce, it's best to use liquid kimchi sauce rather than traditional gochujang paste to keep the texture of the aioli silky smooth.
