Description
Hearty white trash sliders combine southern comfort with zesty appetizer magic. Quick party snacks deliver bold flavors and irresistible charm for hungry guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 8 slider buns
- 8 slices American cheese
- ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsps Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- Pickle slices
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Ketchup, to taste
- Mustard, to taste
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Heat a large skillet over medium-high flame and introduce ground beef with finely chopped onions, sautéing until beef browns completely and onions turn translucent.
- Seasoning Fusion: Drain excess fat, then incorporate Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly throughout the meat mixture.
- Slider Assembly: Split slider buns and layer with the seasoned meat mixture, ensuring each mini sandwich receives an equal portion of the flavorful protein.
- Cheese Melting: Place a slice of American cheese atop the warm meat, allowing residual heat to gently melt the cheese and create a creamy, indulgent texture.
- Final Garnishing: Top each slider with optional condiments like pickles, mustard, or additional seasonings to enhance the overall taste profile and provide textural contrast.
- Serving Technique: Arrange sliders on a serving platter, cutting them diagonally if desired, and present immediately while the meat remains warm and cheese stays soft.
Notes
- Master Meat Browning: Achieve deep, caramelized flavor by cooking ground beef on medium-high heat, allowing natural sugars to develop a rich, golden-brown color without burning.
- Drain Fat Strategically: Use a slotted spoon or carefully tilt the skillet to remove excess grease, ensuring a lighter, less greasy slider filling that maintains optimal meat texture.
- Season Generously: Layer Worcestershire sauce and spices while meat is still hot to maximize flavor absorption and create a more intense, well-rounded taste profile.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for lighter versions, adjusting seasoning to complement the alternative protein’s unique characteristics.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg