Super Bowl Hawaiian Beef Sliders

Prepare for game day with our delicious Super Bowl Hawaiian Beef Sliders! These mouthwatering sliders are bursting with flavor that will satisfy your taste buds, whether you're cheering for your team or just enjoying some snacks.

We've put a Hawaiian twist on the classic slider, featuring juicy ground beef patties infused with the sweetness of pineapple, wrapped in smoky bacon, and topped with sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick. It's a flavor explosion that will have you dancing with joy in your backyard!

To achieve these unique flavors, we mix the ground beef with just the right amount of salt, pepper, and pineapple. This secret ingredient adds a touch of tropical sweetness that perfectly complements the savory beef. But we don't stop there. We marinate the patties in a carefully crafted blend of soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, and a hint of spice from pepper flakes. This marinade deepens the flavor profile, ensuring that every bite is delicious.

So this Super Bowl, invite your friends, fire up the grill, and get ready to savor the best game-day sliders you've ever had. The Super Bowl Hawaiian Beef Sliders are prepared to impress and leave a lasting impression.

Serves 6

Super Bowl Hawaiian Beef Sliders Ingredients

• 1 can (20 ounces) of unsweetened crushed pineapple
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 18 miniature whole wheat buns
• Baby spinach leaves
• 3 center-cut bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• Sliced jalapeno peppers, optional

Super Bowl Hawaiian Beef Sliders Directions

1. Drain pineapple, reserving juice and 1-1/2 cups pineapple (save remaining pineapple for another use). Mix 3/4 cup reserved crushed pineapple, pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Crumble beef over the mixture and mix well. Shape into 18 patties; place in two 11x7 dishes.
2. Mix soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, pepper flakes, and reserved pineapple juice in a small bowl. Pour half of the marinade into each dish; cover and refrigerate for one hour, turning once.
3. Drain and discard the marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; coat the grill rack lightly using long-handled tongs.
4. Grill patties, covered, over medium heat or broil four in. from heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear.
5. Grill buns, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until toasted. Serve burgers on buns with spinach, remaining pineapple, bacon, and jalapeno peppers if desired.

Taken from summersetgrills.com  https://summersetgrills.com/blogs/recipes/hawaiian-beef-sliders-super-bowl-grilling-series