Description

Enchilada Beef Sliders are bite-sized party snacks bursting with bold, savory flavors. Tender ground beef seasoned with classic enchilada spices, simmered in rich enchilada sauce, and topped with melted cheese all packed into soft mini slider buns. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or casual gatherings, these sliders are easy to handle, quick to prepare, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser with customizable options to suit any taste.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup enchilada sauce
12 mini slider buns
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp paprika

Optional Toppings

Fresh cilantro, chopped
Sliced jalapeños
Sour cream
Avocado slices

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Instructions

Prepare the Beef Mixture: Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat, then sauté finely chopped onions and garlic with the beef until softened and fragrant. Stir in enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Toast the Slider Buns: Slice the mini slider buns in half and toast them lightly in the oven or on a skillet until golden brown and slightly crisp to prevent sogginess once filled.
Assemble the Sliders: Spoon the beef mixture generously onto the bottom halves of each bun. Top with shredded cheese, then cover with the top halves of the buns. For melty cheese, place the assembled sliders under a broiler or in the oven for 1-2 minutes.
Add Toppings and Serve: Garnish sliders with fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream for a flavorful and colorful finish. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Use fresh onions, garlic, and herbs to amplify natural flavors.
Avoid overcooking the beef to keep sliders moist and juicy.
Briefly cover sliders in the oven to melt cheese without drying out buns.
Make the beef mixture a day ahead for deeper flavor infusion.
Add garnishes just before serving to preserve freshness and texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slider
Calories: 220
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 40mg