Fiery Poblano Sliders with Zesty Tomatillo-Lime Drizzle
Elevate your slider game with these Fiery Poblano Sliders, bursting with flavor and topped with a refreshing Zesty Tomatillo-Lime Drizzle. This recipe combines smoky roasted poblanos and savory ground sirloin, creating a perfect mix of heat and richness. The tangy tomatillo-Lime sauce adds a bright, vibrant touch, making these sliders the ideal appetizer or main dish for any occasion. Perfect for game day, backyard parties, or a casual family dinner, they are quick to prepare and absolutely delightful to enjoy. Serve them hot with a side of extra sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear!
N/A
Servings
275
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Poblano chiles
2 large (Roasted, peeled, and chopped)
Tomatillos
4 (Husks removed and coarsely chopped)
Jalapeno or serrano chili
1 (Chopped)
Cilantro
1/2 cup (Chopped)
Lime
1 (Zested and juiced)
Honey
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Salt
to taste (N/A)
Pepper
to taste (N/A)
Ground sirloin
1 1/2 lbs (N/A)
Ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons (N/A)
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon (For cooking)
Shredded sharp yellow cheddar cheese
1 cup (N/A)
Small rolls
8 (Split)
Instructions
1
Preheat your broiler. Arrange the poblano chiles on a baking sheet and place them under the broiler. Broil for about 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred and blackened evenly. Remove from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap to steam the peppers quickly, allowing for easier skin removal. Once cool enough to handle, peel off the charred skin, discard the seeds, and chop the poblanos into 1/2-inch pieces.
2
In a food processor, combine the tomatillos, chopped jalapeno or serrano chili, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and honey. Blend until smooth, seasoning with salt to taste. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sirloin with ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix in the chopped poblano chiles, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the beef. Divide the mixture in half and shape each half into four 3-inch patties.
4
Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat. Once hot, carefully add the patties to the skillet. Sear them for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare doneness, turning once. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a generous amount of shredded sharp yellow cheddar cheese. Cover the skillet loosely with foil to melt the cheese thoroughly.
5
To assemble the sliders, spread a dollop of the tomatillo sauce on the top half of each split roll. Place a cheesy slider patty on the bottom half of each roll and close them. Serve immediately with any remaining tomatillo-Lime sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Information
12.5
Fat
20
Carbs
20
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Fiery Poblano Sliders?
Fiery Poblano Sliders are flavorful beef sliders made with ground sirloin and roasted poblano chiles, topped with a zesty tomatillo-lime drizzle and melted sharp cheddar cheese.
What is the main protein used in this slider recipe?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 lbs of ground sirloin as the primary protein source.
How many sliders does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 sliders, using 8 small split rolls.
What type of cheese is recommended for the sliders?
One cup of shredded sharp yellow cheddar cheese is used to top the patties.
How do you prepare the poblano chiles for the meat mixture?
The poblanos are broiled for 5-10 minutes until charred, steamed in a covered bowl to loosen skins, peeled, seeded, and then chopped into 1/2-inch pieces.
What ingredients are in the Zesty Tomatillo-Lime Drizzle?
The sauce consists of 4 tomatillos, 1 jalapeno or serrano chili, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, lime zest and juice from one lime, and 2 tablespoons of honey.
How spicy are these sliders?
These sliders have a kick due to the roasted poblano chiles in the beef and the addition of a jalapeno or serrano chili in the tomatillo sauce.
How long should the slider patties be cooked?
The patties should be seared in a hot skillet for about 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness.
What seasonings are mixed into the ground sirloin?
The beef is seasoned with 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
What is the best way to melt the cheese on the sliders?
Top the patties with cheese during the last minute of cooking and cover the skillet loosely with foil to help it melt thoroughly.
What are the nutritional calories per serving?
Each serving of these sliders contains approximately 275 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 20 grams of protein per serving.
How much fat is in these sliders?
Each serving contains 12.5 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate count for this recipe?
Each serving provides 20 grams of carbohydrates.
Can I use a serrano pepper instead of a jalapeno?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1 jalapeno or 1 serrano chili depending on your heat preference.
How do you assemble the Fiery Poblano Sliders?
Spread tomatillo sauce on the top half of a split roll, place the cheesy patty on the bottom half, and close the roll.
Is this a quick recipe to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as a 'quick' recipe and 'under 30 minutes' for preparation and cooking.
What size should the patties be shaped into?
The mixture should be shaped into eight 3-inch patties.
What type of equipment is needed for the sauce?
A food processor is required to blend the tomatillos, chili, cilantro, lime, and honey until smooth.
What kind of oil should be used to sear the meat?
One tablespoon of vegetable oil is recommended for heating the cast iron skillet.
Can I serve the sauce on the side?
Yes, it is recommended to serve any remaining tomatillo-lime sauce on the side for dipping.
Do I need to peel the tomatillos?
Yes, the husks should be removed and the tomatillos coarsely chopped before blending.
Why are the poblanos placed in a bowl with plastic wrap?
This creates steam which helps the charred skins separate from the pepper flesh, making them much easier to peel.
What provides the sweetness in the zesty drizzle?
Two tablespoons of honey are used to balance the tartness of the tomatillos and lime.
What tags describe this recipe's category?
This recipe is tagged as sliders, poblano, tomatillo, spicy, appetizer, beef, and quick.
Is salt and pepper used in the sauce or the meat?
Both; salt is added to the sauce to taste, and both salt and pepper are mixed into the ground sirloin.
How should the rolls be prepared?
The 8 small rolls should be split open before assembly.
What is the texture of the tomatillo sauce?
The sauce should be blended in a food processor until it is smooth.
Can these be served as a main dish?
Yes, while they are excellent appetizers, they are also hearty enough to be served as a casual family dinner or main course.
Should the skillet be hot before adding the meat?
Yes, the vegetable oil should be heated in a cast iron skillet over high heat until hot before adding the patties.