Mohamed Shili These juicy, flavorful sliders are topped with smoky chipotle mayo. Perfect for a party or a quick meal, they’re easy to make and full of bold flavors. Serve them with your favorite toppings for the best bite-sized burgers!
Ingredients Needed:
Chipotle Mayonnaise:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 chipotles in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1/2 lime, juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sliders:
- 1 to 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck, 80/20
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Cheese slices, your choice
- Mini burger buns
Burger Bar (if desired):
- Chipotle Mayonnaise, recipe above
- Pickles
- Red onion slices
How To Make Sliders with Chipotle Mayonnaise?
- Make the chipotle mayonnaise: Blend mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and lime juice in a food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the grill: Set it to medium-high heat and let it warm up.
- Form the slider patties: Shape the ground beef into small patties (about 2 to 3 ounces each) and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the sliders: Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on one side until they form a crust, then flip and cook for another 4 minutes.
- Melt the cheese: Place a slice of cheese on each patty at the last minute of cooking. Close the grill lid to let it melt.
- Assemble the sliders: Place the patties on mini burger buns, spread chipotle mayo on top, and add any other toppings you like.
Recipe Tips:
- Use high-quality ground beef (80/20): This ratio of meat to fat gives the sliders the best juicy texture. Leaner meat can make them dry.
- Don’t overwork the meat: Gently shape the patties without pressing too hard. Overhandling makes the burgers tough and dense.
- Let the patties cook without moving them: When grilling, leave the patties alone for at least 4 minutes before flipping. This helps form a nice crust and keeps the juices inside.
- Toast the buns lightly: A quick toast on the grill makes the buns crisp on the outside but soft inside. This prevents them from getting soggy when you add the toppings.
- Taste and adjust the chipotle mayo: Blend the mayo and taste before adding more chipotle. If it’s too spicy, add more mayonnaise or a squeeze of lime to balance the flavor.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the sliders cool before storing. Keep the patties in an airtight container and store the buns separately. They will stay good in the fridge for 3 days.
- Freeze: Wrap each cooked patty in plastic and put them in a freezer bag. They will last 3 months in the freezer.
- Reheat: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until heated through. Cover with a lid to help retain moisture.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Potassium: 220mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 28g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 18g
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