Steamy Sliders (Mini Cheeseburgers)
Right folks, picture this - a steamy world where the humble slider reigns supreme. A tiny testament to the might of meat, emboldened with a melange of seasonings and sandwiched in the soft embrace of a potato roll. This ain't your run-of-the-mill, half-hearted attempt at a burger. No, sir. These petite parcels of pure, beefy delight are packed with punch and full of flavor, crafting a symphony that plays beautifully on the palate. From the first kiss of onion powder and white pepper to the concluding note of the demi-glace, it's a gastronomic journey worthy of rock and roll status.
Picture a ground beef slab, rolled out to a precise quarter-inch thickness. Steam holes punctured in with surgical precision, preparing it for an hour-long sojourn in the icebox. From frozen solid to sizzling on the stovetop, these little patties take a whirlwind ride before nestling onto Martin's potato rolls - the brioche of the burger world. But let's not forget the humble onion, caramelized in clarified butter, a symphony of flavor that is the secret hero of this story. Each layer of this tiny titan harmonizes in an orchestra of culinary magic, culminating in the climax of a perfect cheese melt.
This is more than a recipe, it's a cheeky nod to every hardworking chef, foodie, and kitchen novice out there. It's a tiny tribute to the incredible versatility of the simple slider, a tip of the hat to the burger-architects who understand that the devil (and the divine) lies in the details. So, go ahead, brave culinary warrior. Embrace your instincts, drizzle that mustard, take a bite, and let your tastebuds rejoice in this pinnacle of beefy brilliance. Rock on with your sliders, mates. 🤘🏼 Adam
Steamy Sliders (Mini Cheeseburgers)
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the beef: Mix ground beef with onion powder, white pepper, demi-glace, MSG, and salt. Flatten the mixture onto parchment paper until it is a quarter-inch thick. Poke steam holes in the beef and freeze for about an hour or until solid.
- Portion the patties: Once frozen, cut the beef into small square patties, suitable for sliders.
- Prepare the buns and onions: While the beef is freezing, prepare your buns. Martin's potato rolls or brioche buns are recommended. Melt some clarified butter in a pan, then add onions.
- Cook the sliders: Place the patties on top of the onions, sprinkle some salt over the top, and cover to steam for a couple of minutes. Flip the patties, then add cheese and pickles. Place the top bun followed by the bottom bun on each slider and cover again to steam.
- Serve: After a few minutes, remove the sliders from the heat. Add a zigzag of mustard, and your sliders are ready to serve. Enjoy these bite-sized bursts of flavors!
