Description
Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders are a delightful fusion of juicy steak and rich, zesty cowboy butter, making them the ultimate finger food for any gathering. Perfect for game days, picnics, or casual dinners, these sliders are customizable with toppings like cheese, arugula, and pickles. With their tender meat and explosive flavor profile, they promise to satisfy cravings and impress guests alike. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that requires under 30 minutes of preparation and cooking time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ – 2 lbs steak (ribeye or sirloin recommended)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Slider buns or mini brioche rolls
- 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
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter with garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the cowboy butter.
- Pat the steak dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for about 3–4 minutes on each side for medium-rare doneness. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Toast slider buns cut side down in the same skillet until golden brown.
- Assemble sliders by layering sliced steak on the bottom bun, adding cowboy butter, and any desired toppings before placing on the top bun.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (110g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Choose high-quality steak for optimal flavor and tenderness. Feel free to customize toppings based on your preferences—think sautéed onions or different cheeses! For added crunch and freshness, consider adding arugula or pickles.