Marmite, the intensely savory yeast extract, is a culinary enigma. It’s loved by some and fiercely disliked by others. But one TikToker, Amy Sheppard, believes she’s cracked the code to enjoying Marmite to its fullest potential – by grilling it! Shepppard insists that her “grilled Marmite” or “baked Marmite” method will completely change how you experience the spread.
So, how does she do it? It’s remarkably simple. She starts with two slices of bread, toasting one side under the grill. On the untoasted side, she spreads a layer of butter, followed by a generous, thick layer of Marmite – “thicker than you would normally do,” she emphasizes. Then, she places the bread back in the grill, Marmite side up, until it turns “golden brown, crisp and bubbly.”
The result, according to Sheppard, is a revelation. “When you grill it, it doesn’t look much different,” she explains, “but the Marmite goes really sticky and gooey, and has this kind-of chewy, caramelized flavor to it. It’s so good.” She even claims that people who don’t usually like Marmite might find themselves enjoying this unique twist.
The internet is abuzz with excitement about this unexpected culinary hack. Many Marmite enthusiasts are eager to try it out, with some even sharing their own favorite Marmite combinations, including Marmite, peanut butter, and crispy bacon, or Marmite and cheese sandwiches. Others suggest adding a poached egg to the grilled Marmite toast or even trying it as a topping for steak. This grilled Marmite trend is sure to spark a culinary revolution for the divisive spread, potentially introducing a whole new generation of Marmite lovers.
