Quick, flavorful, and surprisingly healthy – that’s what defines these Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders. As a busy parent, I’m always looking for recipes that deliver maximum taste with minimum fuss. Forget slaving over the stove for hours; these sliders pack a punch of deliciousness in just a short time. They’re perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a fun weekend barbecue, or even a game-day snack! These Cowboy Butter Steak Slidersare one of the best choices you can find out there.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandfather, a true Texan through and through, always had a secret for adding flavor to anything he cooked. It always tasted phenomenal and his secret came from a simple base from his “cowboy butter”. These Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders are a tribute to him. The aroma of garlic, herbs, and butter melting over juicy sirloin takes me right back to his table. Now, I’m sharing that same delicious experience with these easy-to-make sliders, perfect for creating your own memories.
Ingredients
For the Steak:
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into thin slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cowboy Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sliders:
- 12 slider buns
- Optional toppings: Provolone cheese slices, crispy fried onions, sliced pickles
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
Prepare the Cowboy Butter: In a medium bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, chives, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), cayenne pepper (if using), and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced steak and season with salt and pepper. Sear steak for 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked to your desired doneness. Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.
Assemble the Sliders: Slice open the slider buns. Spread a generous amount of cowboy butter on the top and bottom halves of each bun.
Add the Steak: Place the cooked steak on the bottom bun. Top with optional cheese slices and fried onions.
Serve: Place top bun on the steak, then serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders. Serve it with your favorite side and add different toppings based on your preferences. Bon appétit!
Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the Cowboy Butter: In a medium bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, chives, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), cayenne pepper (if using), and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside.1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon fresh chives, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, to taste salt, to taste pepper
- Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced steak and season with salt and pepper. Sear steak for 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked to your desired doneness. Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound sirloin steak, to taste salt, to taste pepper
- Assemble the Sliders: Slice open the slider buns. Spread a generous amount of cowboy butter on the top and bottom halves of each bun.12 slider buns, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon fresh chives, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, to taste salt, to taste pepper
- Add the Steak: Place the cooked steak on the bottom bun. Top with optional cheese slices and fried onions.1 pound sirloin steak, Provolone cheese slices, crispy fried onions
- Serve: Place top bun on the steak, then serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders. Serve it with your favorite side and add different toppings based on your preferences. Bon appétit!
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