Beef Jerky Burger Sliders

Beef Jerky Burger Sliders

What’s better than a burger? A burger with beef jerky mixed right in! These Beef Jerky Burger Sliders bring together two Centennial Cuts favorites — premium ground beef and protein-packed beef jerky — for a deliciously savory slider that’s sure to be the hit of your next summer gathering.

Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 15 min Total Time: 25 min

Ingredients:

• 3/4 pound Centennial Cuts Ground Beef
• 4 ounces Centennial Cuts beef jerky, 1/4-inch cubes
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 slices Colby-Jack cheese, cut into 8 pieces
• 8 slider hamburger buns
• 3 tablespoons prepared garlic mayonnaise
• 2 cups loosely packed mixed salad greens
• 8 slices tomatoes

Cooking:

1. Combine Ground Beef, jerky, salt and pepper; mix until just incorporated. Do not over mix. Divide mixture into 8 equal balls. Press into slider patties, about 2-1/2 inches in diameter.
2. Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 9 to 11 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. Top each slider with cheese; cook until cheese is just melted.
3. Spread mayonnaise on bottom of each bun. Top mayonnaise with salad greens, tomato, burger patty. Close sandwiches.