Sliders were all the rage in the 2010s, and it felt like you couldn’t go to a restaurant/bar/food truck without seeing some take on the appetizer. Today, we’re suggest you revisit the trend at home! You’ll be surprised how easy it is to make these little snacks yourself and impress your guests with creative flavor and texture-combinations. We love small snacks that make a big impact!
Slide Into This: Our Sliders Recipe
What makes sliders so special is their versatility. They are not only the perfect choice for a cozy evening with friends or a casual backyard hang. In general, they’re also an excellent alternative to traditional burgers. Their handy size makes them ideal as finger food, appetizers, or dare we say a creative take on tapas.
You can customize your mini-burgers with various toppings and sauces, offering each guest a unique taste experience. Whether classic with cheese and lettuce or laidback with avocado and chili, or funky with hot honey and spicy jams, there are no limits to your imagination or cravings!
Mini-burgers are a great option for parties, snacks, or even as a main course. With our simple recipe, you can quickly and easily prepare these little treats yourself. Try different variations and discover what hits that sweet spot for your. Enjoy!
If you are hankering for more slide ideas, then check out our other recipes like our Tajín watermelon sticks, esquites (Mexican street corn salad), and grilled zucchini with feta & herb marinade which are both fresh and tasty.
Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- salt & pepper to taste
- 4 mini-burger buns
- toppings of your choice e.g., cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles
- sauces of your choice e.g., ketchup, mayo, BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion and garlic and set in a bowl.
- Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Knead the ingredients together until well combined.
- Form small burger patties from the meat mixture.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium heat and cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, until they have a nice crust and are cooked through.
- While the patties are cooking, you can slice the mini burger buns and toast them if desired.
- Once the patties are done, place them on the buns and garnish with your favorite toppings and sauces.