Mini Beef Sliders with Herbs

These mini beef sliders are flavorful bite‑sized burgers crafted with seasoned ground beef, mixed herbs and served on small buns — perfect for entertaining, parties or a fun weeknight dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• The small size makes them approachable and shareable — ideal for gatherings.
• Adding herbs elevates the standard slider, giving fresh aromatic notes and complexity. E.g., oregano, garlic, onion, herbs de Provence or Italian seasoning are featured. Sweet Savory and Steph+1
• You can tailor toppings and buns (mini brioche, potato, pretzel, whatever you prefer).
• They cook quickly and you can mass‑assemble for guests without too much fuss.

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 for flavour and juiciness)
• Salt, freshly ground black pepper
• Garlic powder, onion powder
• Dried herbs (oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, etc.)
• Fresh herbs if desired (parsley, chives)
• Slider buns (mini size)
• Optional: cheese slices, lettuce, tomato, pickles, sauce (herb‑aioli, mustard, mayo)
• Optional: butter + sesame seeds to brush on top buns

Directions

1. Pre‑heat your grill, griddle or skillet (or oven if baking).
2. In a bowl, combine ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and herbs; mix gently but thoroughly. Infinite Herbs+1
3. Form into mini patties (approx. 2‑3 oz each) slightly wider than the slide buns.
4. Cook patties: sear both sides until desired doneness (for medium, internal ~ 145‑150 °F). Use care not to overcook (since smaller patties cook fast).
5. Meanwhile, prepare buns: you may toast them lightly, or brush with melted butter and herbs.
6. Assemble sliders: bottom bun, patty, optional cheese slice, toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles), then top bun. For herbs on top, you can sprinkle fresh chopped parsley or chives.
7. Serve warm. They’re best fresh but you can hold patties in a warm oven (low temp) while you finish assembly.

Servings and timing

Yield: about 8‑12 sliders, depending on bun size and how large you make patties.
Prep time: ~ 15 minutes
Cook time: ~ 10 minutes (depending on number)
Total time: ~ 25 minutes

Variations

• Use different herb blends: Greek style (oregano, dill‑yogurt sauce) Sweet Savory and Steph
• Make them cheeseburger sliders with cheddar, provolone or gouda.
• Use sweet Hawaiian rolls for a contrasting sweet bun.
• Add caramelised onions or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavour.
• Spice them up: add chipotle powder or paprika for smoky heat.
• Serve as an appetizer: use mini rolls (2‑in) with toothpicks for finger‑food.

Storage / reheating

• Store leftover patties separately (without buns) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• To reheat: gently warm patties in a skillet or oven at low temperature until heated through; re‑toast buns if needed.
• Avoid assembling sliders too far ahead with sauce/bun, to prevent buns becoming soggy.

FAQs

What size should the patties be?

Form them slightly larger than the slider bun size, e.g. ~2‑3 oz each, and make an indentation in the centre so they don’t puff.

What herbs work best?

Dried oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary are great; you can use fresh parsley, chives or even dill depending on flavour profile.

Can I use leaner beef?

Yes but you may lose some juiciness. Consider adding a bit of fat or mixing with a small amount of ground pork or veal for moistness.

Do I need to toast the buns?

It improves texture and keeps buns from going soggy—yes it’s recommended.

Can I assemble ahead of time?

You can cook patties ahead and hold them warm, but assemble just before serving for best texture.

Can sliders be frozen?

You can freeze the cooked patties (cool first) in a freezer bag up to ~2 months. Thaw in fridge and reheat.

What toppings go well?

Cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, caramelised onions, herb‑aioli, mustard – choose a balanced set (one creamy, one crisp, one tangy).

Are sliders healthy?

They’re smaller portions which helps, but ground beef still has fat; you can use leaner meat, smaller buns, fresh toppings and limit sauces.

Can I use turkey or chicken instead of beef?

Yes—ground turkey or chicken can work, but flavour and texture will differ; you may need extra seasoning.

Is there a vegetarian version?

Yes: use plant‑based ground “beef”, add chopped herbs, season well, grill and serve on mini buns with same toppings.

Conclusion

Mini beef sliders with herbs are a fun, flavour‑packed option for a casual dinner, party appetizer or game‑day snack. With the addition of fresh and dried herbs you lift them above the ordinary, delivering juicy patties, satisfying buns and a personalised topping experience. Compact, versatile and crowd‑pleasing — perfect when you want big taste in small form

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