Whether you’re filling them with small hamburger patties or your favorite sandwich fillings, sliders are simply small sandwiches. That makes them perfect for parties and get-togethers where finger food is a better fit than a sit-down meal. If you have corned beef left over from an Irish-boiled dinner or an oven roast, you can make great sliders with the meat and a few extra ingredients. The key is picking the right buns that bring out the flavor of the brined meat and go well with the toppings. There aren’t a lot of rules for sliders, so you can experiment and find new favorites that make the most of this type of beef. Try whipping an entire sheet pan of these hot sandwiches up at once so you can feed a crowd with minimal fuss.
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Tips for Making Corned Beef Sliders
- Use leftover corned beef. Freshly cooked corned beef doesn’t have the dense and softened texture that works best for this recipe.
- Don’t use canned corned beef. It’s too salty and falls apart too easily for this recipe. Stick with corned beef that’s freshly cooked, either at home or by your local deli.
- Use a sheet pan with a little height to the sides in case the sliders release any juices while cooking, especially if you add juicy ingredients like sauerkraut.
- Gluten-free slider rolls work just as well if that makes these a better fit for your diet.
Recipe Variations
One of the most popular types of corned beef sandwich in general is the Reuben. It combines sliced corned beef with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, and Rye bread. You can find Rye slider buns or just use your favorite bun in its place. For another fun twist on a traditional corned beef combination, consider topping the sandwiches with dill pickles, mozzarella cheese, and honey mustard. Cabbage fried in butter and topped with black pepper makes a great topping if you don’t enjoy the salty sourness of sauerkraut. Provolone, Gouda, and Muenster cheese all work well on these sliders, as does American cheese for extra creaminess. If you’re a fan of spicy foods, swap the sauerkraut for kimchi to really amp up the slider experience.
Sheet Pan Corned Beef Sliders Recipe
A basic corned beef slider recipe will please as many guests as possible without putting anyone off with ingredients like cabbage or onions. If you’re sure of your guests’ preferences, consider a variation with more toppings known for being paired with corned beef.
Ingredients
- 1 package of sweet slider buns or dinner rolls, such as Hawaiian rolls
- 1 pound of corned beef made from lean brisket, cooked and cooled and sliced thinly
- 8 slices of Baby Swiss cheese (around 6 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of brown mustard
- 1 tablespoon of butter, melted
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Set out a baking sheet and cover it with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
2. Slice the buns in half carefully so the tops and bottoms aren’t crushed in the process. Set up all 8 or 12 buns on the pan, pushed together so the sandwich can be made as one large unit.
3. Spread the mayonnaise and mustard on the top buns. Lay out the corned beef on the bottom buns, splitting the meat equally between all of them. Layer the cheese on.
4. Put the tops of the buns on and brush them with the melted butter. Cover the sandwiches with a loose tent of aluminum foil, then place them in the oven. Bake for 15 minutes and separate the sliders with a knife before serving.
Notes
Consider sprinkling poppy seeds, garlic powder, or everything bagel seasoning on top of the buns after brushing on the butter for a gourmet touch. Watch out for overcooking the top buns. Since everything is cooked that goes into the sandwich, you can serve them as soon as the cheese is melted and the buns have browned a bit.
Conclusion
Corned beef sliders make a quick dinner that the whole family can get involved in. It’s also easy to whip up a batch of these beef sandwiches for a surprise party without much warning. Keep this corned beef sandwich recipe on hand for fast snacking any time you’ve got some leftovers lingering in the fridge.
Sheet Pan Corned Beef Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 package sweet slider buns or dinner rolls, such as Hawaiian rolls
- 1 lb corned beef made from lean brisket, cooked and cooled, thinly sliced
- 8 slices baby swiss cheese (around 6oz)
- 1 tbsp brown mustard
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Set out a baking sheet and cover it with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Slice the buns in half carefully so the tops and bottoms aren’t crushed in the process. Set up all 8 or 12 buns on the pan, pushed together so the sandwich can be made as one large unit.
- Spread the mayonnaise and mustard on the top buns. Lay out the corned beef on the bottom buns, splitting the meat equally between all of them. Layer the cheese on.
- Put the tops of the buns on and brush them with the melted butter. Cover the sandwiches with a loose tent of aluminum foil, then place them in the oven. Bake for 15 minutes and separate the sliders with a knife before serving.