Roll sliders are small sandwiches made using dinner rolls or slider buns, filled with a variety of ingredients. They are perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a fun meal option. The small size makes them easy to handle and enjoy, and they can be customized with different fillings to suit any taste.
Common Ingredients for Roll Sliders:
Buns:
- Small dinner rolls, slider buns, or Hawaiian rolls
Fillings:
- Meats: Beef patties, pulled pork, shredded chicken, turkey, ham, or roast beef
- Cheeses: Cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, provolone, or American
- Condiments: Mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, BBQ sauce, aioli, or ranch dressing
- Vegetables: Lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, or coleslaw
- Extras: Bacon, avocado, jalapeños, or sautéed mushrooms
Classic Beef Slider Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 12 small slider buns or dinner rolls
- 1 pound ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices of cheddar cheese, cut in half
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced pickles
- Condiments of your choice (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Beef Patties:
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Divide the ground beef into 12 equal portions and shape them into small patties.
- Season each patty with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Patties:
- Cook the patties on the grill or in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a piece of cheese on each patty to melt.
- Prepare the Onions:
- In a separate skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- Assemble the Sliders:
- Slice the slider buns in half and lightly toast them if desired.
- Spread condiments of your choice on the bottom half of each bun.
- Place a lettuce leaf and a slice of pickle on the bottom half of each bun.
- Add a beef patty with melted cheese on top of the lettuce and pickle.
- Top with sautéed onions and the top half of the bun.
- Serve:
- Serve the sliders immediately while they are warm.
Tips:
- Variations: Experiment with different meats and toppings to create your own unique sliders. Popular variations include pulled pork with coleslaw, chicken with avocado and bacon, or vegetarian sliders with black bean patties.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the patties and toppings ahead of time and assemble the sliders just before serving.
- Serving: Roll sliders are great for parties and can be served on a platter with a variety of condiments and sides like fries, salad, or chips.