Big Game BBQ Beef Sliders (Printable View)
Smoky BBQ beef sliders served on buttery brioche buns with fresh coleslaw and cheddar cheese.
# Ingredient List:
→ Beef Patties
01 - 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - ½ tsp garlic powder
06 - ½ tsp onion powder
→ BBQ Sauce
07 - ½ cup barbecue sauce (your favorite style)
→ Sliders & Assembly
08 - 12 mini brioche slider buns
09 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved (optional)
10 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - ½ cup coleslaw mix
12 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
13 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
14 - 1 tbsp butter, melted
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives (optional)
16 - Pickles, for serving
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a large bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overworking the meat.
02 - Divide beef mixture into 12 equal portions and form into small patties, shaping them slightly larger than the buns to account for shrinkage during cooking.
03 - Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
04 - Grill or cook patties for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F.
05 - During the last minute of cooking, brush each patty with BBQ sauce and place half a slice of cheddar on top (if using). Cover to melt the cheese.
06 - In a small bowl, toss coleslaw mix with mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Split brioche buns and brush insides with melted butter. Toast cut sides until golden brown.
08 - Place a beef patty on each bottom bun, top with coleslaw, red onion, pickles, and chives (if using). Cap with top bun and serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- That 8020 beef ratio means every bite stays impossibly juicy
- The smoky paprika and sweet brioche create flavor magic
02 -
- Do not press down on the patties while they cook or you will lose all those precious juices
- Let the cheese melt naturally with the cover on instead of forcing it with high heat
03 -
- Grate a little onion directly into the beef mixture for extra moisture and flavor
- Warm your brioche buns for 30 seconds in the oven before assembling