Print
Mature Cheddar Toastie with Plum & Hojicha Chutney
A premium toastie suited to pub lunch menus, cafés, coffee shops and food-to-go outlets. Arla Pro Mature Cheddar is paired with a house-made plum and hojicha chutney, balancing rich, savoury cheese with sweet, sharp and gently roasted nutty flavours. The combination of plum, warming spice and roasted hojicha gives the dish a distinctly autumnal, festive character, making it ideal for winter menus or a seasonal limited-time offer. The chutney can also be batch-prepared in advance, allowing operators to introduce a distinctive global flavour without adding complexity during service.
- Put the chopped plums, onion, ginger, garlic, sugar and vinegar into a saucepan.
- Add the spices, salt and hojicha tea leaves or powder. Simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick, glossy and jam-like. Allow to cool. The flavour improves after a day or two in the fridge.)
- Spread the softened butter on the outside of the bread slices.
- Spread the chutney on the inside of one slice.
- Add the cheddar, a little black pepper and top with the second slice of bread.
- Toast in a frying pan over medium-low heat for 3–4 minutes each side, pressing gently, until golden and crisp and the cheese has melted.
- Cut in half and serve with a little extra chutney for dipping, a few cornichons or pickled onions or a simple bitter leaf salad dressed with mustard vinaigrette.
