Cuban Style Sliders 🥪🇨🇺

These Cuban Style Sliders are a delightful twist on traditional Cuban sandwiches, perfect for parties or game day. They're packed with flavor and are as easy to make as they are to eat! The combination of savory meats, melted cheese, and tangy pickles will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve them warm and watch them disappear! 🌟

Ingredients

For the sliders

• 12 slider rolls (Hawaiian or bakery-style)
• 1 lb of thinly sliced roasted pork
• 1/2 lb of sliced ham
• 1/2 lb of Swiss cheese
• 1/4 cup of dill pickles, sliced
• 1/4 cup of yellow mustard
• 1/4 cup of mayonnaise

For the garlic butter topping

• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
• 1-2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tsp of dried oregano
• 1 tsp of paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the assembly: Slice the slider rolls in half horizontally and place the bottoms in a greased baking dish.

3. Layer the fillings: Spread a layer of yellow mustard and mayonnaise on the bottom buns. Next, layer the roasted pork, followed by the ham, Swiss cheese, and dill pickles. Finally, place the tops of the slider rolls on the sandwiches.

🥪 For an extra kick, consider adding a few slices of jalapeños or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for heat!

4. Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.

5. Brush the tops: Drizzle or brush the garlic butter mixture over the tops of the assembled sliders.

6. Bake: Cover the sliders with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese has melted.

7. Serve warm: Cut into individual sliders and enjoy!

🧄 For a herby touch, you can also sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving for added flavor and color.

Variations

• Spicy Cuban Sliders: Add some sliced jalapeños or spicy mustard for an extra kick! 🌶️
• Vegetarian Option: Replace the meat with grilled veggies (zucchini, bell peppers, and eggplant) and skip the cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
• Gluten-free: Utilize gluten-free slider rolls for a safe alternative!
• Cubanito Sliders: Swap Swiss cheese for pepper jack cheese and add a layer of fresh cilantro for a refreshing twist.

Enjoy these flavorful Cuban Style Sliders at your next gathering, and watch your guests rave about them! 🎉🥳