Carolina Reaper Cheeseburger Sliders with Smoky Coleslaw

Allergens

Dairy, Egg

Ingredients

• 1. 1 lb ground beef 2. 4 oz cream cheese, softened 3. 1/2 cup grated Carolina Reaper pepper (wear gloves) 4. 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs 5. 1 egg 6. Salt and black pepper, to taste 7. 12 slider buns 8. 6 slices American cheese 9. Canola oil, for brushing 10. Coleslaw (recipe below) Smoky Coleslaw: 1. 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2. 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 3. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 4. Salt and black pepper, to taste 5. 4 cups shredded cabbage 6. 2 cups shredded carrots 7. 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cream cheese, grated Carolina Reaper pepper, panko breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Form into 12 small patties.
2. Preheat your outdoor grill or stovetop griddle to medium high heat. Brush with canola oil.
3. Grill the patties for 4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Top each patty with a slice of American cheese during the last minute of cooking.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss with shredded cabbage, carrots, and parsley. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
5. Assemble the sliders by placing a cooked patty on each slider bun bottom, followed by a spoonful of smoky coleslaw, and then adding the top half of the bun. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The Carolina Reaper pepper is one of the world's hottest peppers, so be careful when handling and always wear gloves.

Notes

Adjust the amount of Reaper pepper to suit your preferred spice level.