Description
Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders are a mouthwatering treat that elevate any gathering, from game days to backyard barbecues. These easy-to-make sliders feature perfectly seared steak topped with a rich, garlic-infused cowboy butter, all nestled between soft slider buns. With customizable toppings like cheese and sautéed onions, these sliders are not only delicious but also adaptable to suit any palate. Perfect for sharing, they’re sure to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ – 2 lbs steak (ribeye, sirloin, or flank)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Slider buns or mini brioche rolls
- Optional toppings: cheese slices, sautéed onions, arugula, pickles
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter with minced garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Pat the steak dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for about 3–4 minutes on each side until medium-rare. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Toast slider buns cut side down in the skillet until golden brown.
- Assemble sliders by layering sliced steak on each bun bottom and drizzling with cowboy butter. Add optional toppings if desired before placing the top bun.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (about 90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Choose high-quality steak cuts for the best flavor and tenderness. Allow steak to rest before slicing to retain juices. Feel free to customize the cowboy butter with herbs or spices based on your preference.