Best 5 Shredded Lamb Sliders Recipes

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Shredded lamb sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a quick and easy weeknight meal. The key to making great shredded lamb sliders is to use high-quality lamb that is cooked slowly and shredded until it is tender and flavorful. The lamb is then tossed in a tangy sauce and served on slider buns with your favorite toppings.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LAMB SLIDERS



Lamb Sliders image

Quick, easy, and fun way to get acquainted with lamb! This recipe is best if domestic lamb is used, as it is much more mild and flavorful than imported lamb. The spices are the typical spices used in Mediterranean cooking of lamb. Makes 2-ounce patties.

Provided by The Flying Shepard

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     Lamb

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 pound ground lamb
8 small slider-size rolls, split
1 cup baby spinach
½ cup tzatziki sauce
¼ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix garlic, cumin, coriander, allspice, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; add lamb and mix well. Form mixture into 2-ounce patties.
  • Grill patties on the preheated grill until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Place rolls on the grill and heat until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Layer spinach, tzatziki sauce, lamb patty, red onion, and feta cheese in each roll, creating a slider.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 86.5 mg, Fat 46.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 645.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SHREDDED LAMB SLIDERS



Shredded Lamb Sliders image

Lamb, a wonderful special-occasion meat, is a big crowd-pleaser in these delicious sliders. I served up about 1,500 in two days when I made them for the Great American Beer Fest, using every little bit to satisfy the very last customer. -Craig Kuczek, Aurora, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 6h45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 boneless lamb shoulder roast (3-1/2 to 4-1/4 pounds)
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium carrots, chopped
4 shallots, chopped
6 garlic cloves
2 cups beef stock
PESTO:
3/4 cup fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese
24 slider buns
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown meat. Transfer meat to a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, cook and stir carrots, shallots and garlic until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add stock, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Pour over lamb. Cook, covered, on low until lamb is tender, 6-8 hours., Meanwhile for pesto, place mint, basil, pine nuts and salt in a food processor; pulse until chopped. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Add Parmesan and Asiago cheeses; pulse just until blended., When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Shred meat with 2 forks. Strain cooking juices, adding vegetables to shredded meat; skim fat. Return cooking juices and meat to slow cooker. Heat through. Serve on buns with pesto and feta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

LAMB SLIDERS



Lamb Sliders image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 sliders

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 tablespoons olive oil
2 large shallots, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound ground lamb
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 ounces Swiss or gruyere cheese, cut into eight 1/2-inch cubes
8 small hamburger or slider buns, such as King's Hawaiian, halved

Steps:

  • Place a grill pan over medium-low heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until the shallots are soft, 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until aromatic, 30 seconds. Remove the pan from the heat and cool slightly.
  • Combine the shallot mixture, lamb, cumin, ketchup, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Form the mixture into 8 patties each 2 1/2 inches in diameter and 1/2-inch thick. Press a cube of cheese into the middle of each patty and form the meat around the cheese to cover. Brush the patties with the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil and grill until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Let the patties rest for 2 minutes. Place the patties in the buns and serve.

SANTORINI LAMB SLIDERS



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I love lamb burgers, so I created a crowd-friendly slider version. The tzatziki sauce is best made a day or two in advance to allow the flavors to mingle. -Cristina Certano, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup shredded peeled cucumber
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
1 pound ground lamb
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
4 garlic cloves, minced and divided
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dill weed
10 mini buns or mini ciabatta buns
10 Bibb lettuce leaves or Boston lettuce leaves
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Line a strainer or colander with 4 layers of cheesecloth or 1 coffee filter; place over a bowl. Place yogurt in prepared strainer; cover yogurt with sides of cheesecloth. Refrigerate 2-4 hours. Meanwhile, place cucumber in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and toss. Let stand 30 minutes. , For burgers, in a large bowl, combine lamb, lemon zest, 2 garlic cloves, oregano, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into ten 1/2-in.-thick patties. Refrigerate 30 minutes., For sauce, remove yogurt from cheesecloth to a bowl; discard strained liquid. Squeeze cucumber and blot dry with paper towels. Add cucumber, lemon juice, dill, remaining 2 garlic cloves, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper to yogurt, stirring until combined., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Grill buns over medium heat, cut sides down, for 30-60 seconds or until toasted. Serve burgers on buns with lettuce, red onion, feta and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 531mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

SLOW COOKER SHREDDED CHICKEN SLIDERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Sliders Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: onion, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, seasoned salt, pepper, dried oregano, dijon mustard, honey, garlic, slider buns

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 onion, sliced
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
⅓ cup honey
6 cloves garlic, minced
12 slider buns

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a slow cooker and stir until chicken and onions are coated with seasonings.
  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked and shreddable.
  • With a set of tongs or two forks, shred the chicken and stir into the juices.
  • Distribute evenly between slider buns.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 15 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of lamb: Look for a cut that is flavorful and tender, such as the shoulder or leg.
  • Cook the lamb slowly: This will help to tenderize the meat and make it fall apart easily.
  • Shred the lamb against the grain: This will make it easier to eat and will help to prevent the meat from becoming tough.
  • Use a flavorful sauce or marinade: This will help to add flavor and moisture to the lamb.
  • Serve the sliders on soft, fluffy buns: This will help to absorb the juices from the lamb and make the sliders even more delicious.

Conclusion:

Shredded lamb sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make party food. They are perfect for a game day gathering, a potluck, or a casual dinner with friends. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your sliders are flavorful, tender, and juicy. So next time you are looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main course, give these sliders a try. You won't be disappointed!

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