Description
Mouthwatering Pulled Beef Sliders bring classic Southern comfort to your table, combining tender meat and zesty seasonings in mini sandwich perfection. Hearty flavors and easy preparation guarantee crowd-pleasing results you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2.53 lbs (1.15 kg) beef chuck roast
Flavor Enhancers and Seasonings:
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
- ½ cup (120 ml) barbecue sauce (plus more for serving)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Slider Components:
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 6 slices of cheese (optional, such as cheddar or pepper jack)
- Pickles (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Craft a robust spice blend using salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder to generously coat the chuck roast, ensuring deep flavor penetration.
- Ignite a large skillet or Dutch oven with olive oil over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling surface to develop a rich, caramelized exterior on the roast by searing each side for 3-4 minutes.
- For slow cooker method, transfer the gloriously browned meat into the appliance, nestling it among sliced onions and minced garlic, then cascade beef broth, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar around the roast.
- Allow the meat to tenderize slowly – either 8-10 hours on low setting or 4-5 hours on high – until the beef surrenders completely and becomes effortlessly shreddable.
- Alternatively, oven roasting requires preheating to 300F, positioning the seasoned roast in a covered roasting pan with identical liquid companions, and transforming the meat over 3-4 hours.
- Extract the succulent roast and deconstruct it using two forks, shredding into delicate strands, then reintroduce the meat into its aromatic cooking liquid.
- Prepare slider buns by horizontally bisecting them and arranging bottom halves on a baking sheet, creating a foundation for the pulled beef.
- Generously distribute the sauced meat across bun bases, optionally crowning each with a cheese slice for additional indulgence.
- Crown the sliders with their complementary top bun halves, then lavish the surface with melted butter for a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake at 350F for 10-12 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and buns to achieve a tempting golden-brown complexion.
- Present the sliders immediately, garnishing with crisp pickles and offering extra barbecue sauce for enthusiastic diners.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose a well-marbled chuck roast for maximum tenderness and rich flavor that melts in your mouth.
- Searing Secret: Never skip the searing step, as it locks in deep flavors and creates a beautiful caramelized exterior on the beef.
- Low and Slow Magic: Cooking the beef at a low temperature for an extended period ensures incredibly tender, easily shreddable meat that falls apart effortlessly.
- Flavor Boosting Hack: Add a splash of strong coffee or dark beer to the cooking liquid for an extra depth of complex, rich undertones that elevate the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg