Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders
Juicy steak paired with zesty cowboy butter and soft buns make these sliders an irresistible treat for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Sliders
- 1.5 to 2 lbs steak (ribeye, sirloin, or flank)
- to taste Salt & pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing the steak
- Optional toppings: cheese slices, sautéed onions, arugula, pickles
For the Cowboy Butter
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Pat the steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a hot skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 3–4 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- Once done, let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
- While the steak is resting, toast the slider buns with the cut side down in the same skillet until golden brown.
Assembly
- Layer the sliced steak onto the bottom buns. Spoon the cowboy butter generously over the steak.
- Add any extra toppings you love, then top with the other half of the bun.
Serving
- Serve these delicious sliders hot, with extra cowboy butter on the side for dipping.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat gently in the microwave or on a skillet to maintain juiciness. Enjoy within 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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