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

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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.

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.

Assemble the sliders

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

Serve them with some delicious sides like Farro Salad, Arugula Salad, or Mushroom Fries.

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