Teresa's Recipes
Gourmet Pastrami and Coleslaw Sliders
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of these Gourmet Pastrami and Coleslaw Sliders, where savory, spiced pastrami meets a zesty, creamy coleslaw enhanced with ground celery seed, all nestled in lightly toasted slider buns. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, with the richness of the meat perfectly balanced by the refreshing crunch of coleslaw. These sliders are quick to prepare and make for an impressive appetizer at gatherings, reminiscent of classic deli sandwiches with a modern twist.
Ingredients
- 1 pound, sliced Pastrami
- 12, lightly toasted Slider buns
- 2 cups, shredded Green cabbage
- 1 cup, shredded Red cabbage
- 1/2 cup, shredded Carrots
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground celery seed
- 1/2 cup, sliced (optional) Dill pickles
- 1/4 cup, sliced (optional) Green onion
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 12
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 12g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, and ground celery seed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrots, and optional green onion to the dressing and stir until thoroughly combined. Set aside for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced pastrami to the skillet and cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly crispy at the edges.
- While the pastrami is heating, toast the slider buns lightly in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown.
- Once the pastrami is ready, place a generous portion on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- Top the warm pastrami with a heaping spoonful of the prepared coleslaw.
- For an extra burst of flavor, add sliced dill pickles on top of the coleslaw (optional).
- Cover each slider with the top half of the bun to complete the sliders.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to an hour before serving to let the flavors develop further.
Tips
- For a spicy kick, consider adding sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the coleslaw.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of coleslaw mixes, such as adding shredded carrots or red cabbage for color and texture.
- These sliders can also be grilled for a smoky flavor – simply grill the assembled sliders over medium heat until the buns are toasted and the pastrami is hot.