Quick & Easy Microwave Pizza Toast
Kim Ji-hoon’s Famous Pizza Toast Recipe & Air Fryer Tips
Whip up a delicious pizza toast using ingredients from your fridge! Inspired by Kim Ji-hoon’s popular recipe from ‘I Live Alone’, this is an easy-to-follow guide for anyone to make. The perfect combination of crispy bread, generous toppings, and stretchy cheese makes for a fantastic snack or a satisfying breakfast. We’ll cover both oven and air fryer methods, including tips for achieving extra crispiness and flavor with your air fryer!
Basic Ingredients
- 1 slice of bread
- 2 Tbsp tomato sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Hello everyone! Today, we’re making a pizza toast that everyone, young and old, will love. I’ve tried both oven and air fryer methods, but personally, the air fryer yields a much crispier and tastier result! I highly recommend using your air fryer! 😊
Step 2
First, spread the tomato sauce evenly over one side of the bread slice. Spreading a generous amount will give you a richer flavor.
Step 3
Following Kim Ji-hoon’s recipe from ‘I Live Alone’, this time we’re adding a touch of honey for extra sweetness. The subtle sweetness of honey pairs wonderfully with the tomato sauce!
Step 4
Now, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise along the crust edges of the bread. This helps prevent the crust from burning and adds a nutty flavor when toasted. (Kim Ji-hoon’s recipe sometimes includes an egg, but we’re skipping it today. Feel free to add a cracked egg yolk on top if you like!)
Step 5
Let’s add our toppings over the sauce! First, cut the sliced ham into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on the bread. The savory ham enhances the overall flavor of the pizza toast.
Step 6
Next, halve the cherry tomatoes and place them on top. Thinly slice the onion and sprinkle it over the other toppings. The onion’s crisp texture and sweet flavor will make the topping combination even more vibrant. (Feel free to customize your toppings; leftover vegetables or bacon from your fridge can also be used!)
Step 7
If you have cheddar cheese at home, cut it into pieces and place it over the toppings. The distinct savory and deep flavor of cheddar cheese will elevate the pizza taste.
Step 8
Now for the star of the pizza toast! Generously sprinkle mozzarella cheese. You need plenty of cheese for that signature stretchy pull and rich flavor. Don’t be shy with it!
Step 9
If using an oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and bake for about 11 minutes. Adequate preheating is crucial for a perfectly golden and crispy result from the oven!
Step 10
If using an air fryer: Cook at 180°C (350°F) for about 10 minutes. Using an air fryer makes it much faster and easier to achieve a crispy exterior and moist interior. Just look at this golden beauty!
Step 11
Enjoy your freshly made pizza toast while it’s warm! It tastes even better with a side of roasted barley powder (misugaru), adding a nutty dimension. Freshly baked pizza toast is truly a delight. ❤️
Step 12
The fantastic combination of crispy bread, colorful toppings, and that wonderfully stretchy cheese! This pizza toast is perfect as a snack when you’re craving something delicious, or as a hearty breakfast. Try making this warm and tasty pizza toast today!
