Serve with fresh micro herbs and a wedge of lemon.
Cheesy Russian & Spicy Caramelised Onion Toasted Panini
Ingredients
- 500g Eskort Cheese Russians, sliced in half lengthwise
- 2 onions, sliced into rings
- 1 red chilli, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 60ml (¼ cup) treacle sugar
- 60ml (¼ cup) white vinegar
- 30ml (2 tbsp) fresh rosemary, chopped
- 250ml (1 cup) mozzarella cheese
- 250ml (1 cup) parmesan
- 4 panini breads, sliced in half lengthwise
- 45ml (3 tbsp) olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced into wedges
- Micro herbs, for garnishing
- Allergens:
- This recipe contains soya (soy), wheat (gluten) and dairy (lactose).
- Substitutions:
- Russians (soy, lactose & gluten): Use strips of smoked pork neck steaks.
- Mozzarella (lactose): Use dairy-free or vegan cheese.
- Paninis (gluten): Use gluten-free paninis or gluten-free hot dog rolls.
Method
- Turn your oven grill on.
- In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil and fry the onions, chilli, garlic and rosemary until the onions are golden.
- Add the sugar and vinegar and allow to simmer for five minutes.
- Place the paninis sliced-side up on a baking tray, top with russians and grill for three minutes.
- Top with the onion mixture and cheeses, and grill again until the cheese is melted.