Ingredients
Creating the perfect Golden Picanha Sliders requires fresh, high-quality ingredients. Below is a list of what you’ll need:
- Picanha Beef: 1.5 pounds of Picanha, sliced into thin strips
- Mini Slider Buns: 12 buns, preferably brioche for a soft, buttery texture
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Butter: 2 tablespoons, melted
- Cheese: 6 slices of provolone or mozzarella, halved
- Arugula: 1 cup, fresh
- Tomatoes: 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- Red Onion: 1, thinly sliced
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Lime Juice: 1 tablespoon
- Chimichurri Sauce: Optional, for serving
Instructions
Creating Golden Picanha Sliders is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to ensure your sliders come out perfectly every time:
- Prepare the Picanha:
- Season the Picanha slices generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the Picanha slices on each side for about 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Prepare the Slider Buns:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush the insides of the slider buns with melted butter.
- Toast the buns in the oven for about 5 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Assemble the Sliders:
- Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- Place a slice of cheese on top of the mayonnaise.
- Add a strip of cooked Picanha beef on top of the cheese.
- Top the beef with a slice of tomato, a few slices of red onion, and a handful of arugula.
- Drizzle a little lime juice over the top for a fresh kick.
- Cover with the top half of the bun.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Arrange the sliders on a platter and serve with chimichurri sauce on the side for those who want an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Protein: 15 grams