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    Steak Sliders with Blue Cheese and Horseradish

    February 1, 2021 by Suzie J. 2 Comments

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    This post is all about Steak Sliders topped with blue cheese, arugula, horseradish mayo and tomato onion jam. They are savory, smoky, cheesy and balanced with a hint of sweetness. Not only are these sliders easy to make, they make fantastic game day snacks!

    One of my weeknight go-to meals includes flat iron steak. I love this cut because it's quick cooking, super easy to prepare and incredibly versatile. We always have leftovers when I make flat iron steak. Leftover flat iron steak is exactly what you need for these sliders.

    The Ingredients You'll need

    Steak Slider Ingredients

    Flat Iron Steak

    I suggest cooking this the night or day before. Cook rare and don't slice. You will want to cut the steak while it's cold so that you can slice the steak extra thin. I suggest cooking the steak rare is so that when you reheat on the griddle the steak does not overcook.

    If you choose to cook the flat iron steak right before assembling the sliders, and it's still warm, you will not need to reheat the steak on the griddle.

    Check out this guide on how to cook a perfect flat iron steak in cast iron.

    Slider Buns

    In this recipe, I used ciabatta slider buns. They complement the steak well if you can find them in your local grocery store. If not, a good quality slider bun will work well.

    Blue Cheese

    Not a blue cheese fan? Substitute with provolone or brie cheese...yummm.

    Horseradish

    I used creamy horseradish for this recipe which is not as strong as regular horseradish. If you use the jarred horseradish, reduce the amount by half when adding to the mayo. Taste and add more if needed.

    Mayo

    Arugula

    Or use your favorite greens. I love the what the peppery arugula adds to the overall flavor of the sliders.

    Tomato Onion Jam or Balsamic Glaze

    I prefer these sliders with the tomato onion jam. My boyfriend likes them with a nice rich balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze. Both are good and add a subtle sweetness that balances the savory steak nicely.

    Olive Oil

    Special Equipment

    Electric or Stovetop Griddle (affiliate links) You can also use cast iron pans. The large griddles make is easier to do more sliders at once.

    Pastry Brush

    How to make the sliders

    If making the Tomato Onion Jam add 40 minutes to the cooking time.

    Steak Sliders with Blue Cheese Steps 1 - 4

    Set up your station

    Gather all the ingredients: slice the steak thin, split the slider buns, crumble the blue cheese (if needed) and make the horseradish mayo. Don't forget the olive oil, arugula and tomato onion jam (or balsamic glaze).

    Brush the buns with olive oil.

    Heat the griddle to 400F and brush with olive oil.

    Add the buns and toast for 1-2 minutes or until golden. Flip the buns over and toast the other side for 1 minute.

    While the buns are toasting, add the sliced steak to the griddle and cook, tossing with tongs occasionally until heated through (1 -2 minutes). Once warm, set to the side.

    Steak Sliders with blue cheese steps 5-8

    Assemble the sliders

    When the buns are done toasting, line them up.  Spread 1 tbsp of the horseradish mayo on the bottom bun, add 4-5 slices of steak (see #6), top with 1-2 tbsp blue cheese crumbles, then top with arugula.  Spread 1-2 tbsp of the tomato onion jam (or 1 tbsp of balsamic glaze) to the top bun and place on top of the arugula.

    Serve them up!

    Steak Sliders with blue cheese

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    A perfectly balanced game day appetizer using leftover flat iron steak. Quick, easy and crowd pleasing!
    5 from 6 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: sandwiches, sliders, Steak
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 6 Sliders
    Calories: 262kcal

    Equipment

    • Electric or Stovetop Griddle

    Ingredients

    • 1 1 pound flat iron steak, cooked rare, cooled and sliced thin
    • ½ Cup Blue Cheese
    • 3 Tbsp Mayo
    • 3 Tbsp Creamy Horseradish see notes
    • 1 Cup Arugula
    • ½ Cup Tomato Onion Jam click for link, see notes
    • 6 Slider Buns
    • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil

    Instructions

    To Prep the Ingredients

    • Make the horseradish mayo: Combine 3 tbsp mayo + 3 tbsp creamy horseradish. Set aside
    • Slice flat iron steak across the grain into very thin slices.  (Easier to do if steak is cold or using leftovers). Set aside. (see notes)
    • Split slider buns and crumble blue cheese.

    Set up the griddle station

    • Gather all components and set aside in a line:  Steak and buns, mayo, blue cheese, arugula and tomato onion jam (or balsamic glaze)
      Steak Slider Ingredients
    • Heat and oil a griddle pan to 400F
    • Brush olive oil on both the top and bottom of the inside of the slider buns. Add to griddle pan inside down and toast for 1-2 minutes or until golden. (Leave room to cook the sliced steak) Brush the top and bottom lightly with olive oil, flip and toast the outsides (1 minute) 
      Steak Sliders with Blue Cheese Steps 1 - 4
    • While the buns are toasting, add the sliced steak and cook, tossing with tongs occasionally until heated through (1 -2 minutes). Once warm, set to the side.
    • When the buns are done toasting, line them up.  Spread 1 tbsp of aioli on the bottom bun, add 4-5 slices of steak (see photo), top with 1- 2 tbsp blue cheese crumbles, then top with arugula.  Spread 1-2 tbsp of the tomato onion jam (or 1 tbsp of balsamic glaze) to the top bun and place on top of the arugula.
      Steak Sliders with blue cheese steps 5-8
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    **I suggest cooking the steak the night before. Cook it rare and don’t slice. You will want to cut the steak while it’s cold so that you can slice the steak extra thin.  I suggest cooking the steak rare is so that when you reheat on the griddle the steak does not overcook.
    If you choose to cook the flat iron steak right before assembling the sliders, and it’s still warm, you will not need to reheat the steak on the griddle.
    Check out this guide on how to cook a perfect flat iron steak in cast iron.
     
    **Not a blue cheese fan? Substitute with provolone or brie cheese…yummm.
     
    **I used creamy horseradish for this recipe which is not as strong as regular horseradish. If you use the jarred horseradish, reduce the amount by half when adding to the mayo. Taste and add more if needed.
     
    **Substitute the tomato onion jam for balsamic glaze if desired.
     
    ** Using a griddle makes it easier and faster to cook multiple sliders at the same time.  It's optional but very efficient if cooking for a crowd.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slider | Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 284mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Tamie Bovais

      September 19, 2021 at 1:32 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely brilliant!! That’s all my husband could say when he finished his sliders!! I used leftover ribeyes from last night and had to sub red pepper jelly for the onion jam and it was amazing!! Thank you for this wonderful recipe!!!

      Reply
      • Suzie J.

        September 20, 2021 at 7:12 am

        Awesome! Your version sounds amazing! Thank you for the wonderful feedback. I'm so glad you and your husband enjoyed the sliders! 🙂 Suzie

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