Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 slider buns
- 12 slices cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pickles
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, BBQ sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. Form mixture into 12 small patties.
4. Grill patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to desired doneness.
5. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking.
6. Toast slider buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
7. Assemble sliders by placing a patty with cheese on each bun, and topping with sliced pickles and diced red onion.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan preheated to medium-high heat.
Serving size:
12 sliders
Nutritional information:
Calories: 280
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 17g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for ground beef.
- Any type of cheese can be used in place of cheddar.
- Dill pickles can be used instead of sliced pickles.
- Yellow onion can be used instead of red onion.
Variations:
- Add bacon to the sliders for extra flavor.
- Use a different BBQ sauce for a different flavor profile.
- Add jalapenos for a spicy kick.
Tips and tricks:
- Don't overwork the ground beef mixture or the sliders will become tough.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the sliders are cooked to the correct temperature.
- Toasting the buns on the grill adds extra flavor and texture.
Storage instructions:
Leftover sliders can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, microwave sliders for 30 seconds or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve sliders on a platter with a side of coleslaw or potato salad.
Garnishes:
Garnish sliders with a sprig of fresh parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
Serve sliders with a cold beer or a glass of iced tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the sliders are falling apart on the grill, try adding an egg or breadcrumbs to the ground beef mixture to help bind it together.
Food safety advice:
Always cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
Sliders originated in the United States in the early 1900s and were originally called "sliders" because they were so small they could easily slide down the throat.
Flavor profiles:
The Spunk-BBQ Sliders have a sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of smokiness from the BBQ sauce.
Serving suggestions:
Serve Spunk-BBQ Sliders at a backyard BBQ or as a fun party appetizer.
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