Wagyu Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe

Form patties

Divide the 0.5 lb wagyu ground beef into two equal portions (~4 oz each). Gently form each portion into a loose patty about 2.5–3 inches in diameter and roughly 1/2 inch thick. Do not overwork the meat—lightly press a small dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook flat.

Season

Pat both sides of each patty dry with a paper towel. Season both sides evenly with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Lightly brush or dot each patty with 1/4 tbs Worcestershire sauce, gently spreading with your fingers.

Preheat pan

Heat a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until hot, about 2–3 minutes. Add 1 tsp vegetable oil and swirl to coat.

Cook patties

Place the patties in the hot pan leaving space between them. Cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes until a brown crust forms. Flip and cook another 1.5–2 minutes for medium-rare to medium (adjust time if you prefer more done).

Add cheese

About 30 seconds before removing from the pan, place one thin slice of sharp cheddar on each patty. Cover the pan with a lid or a large bowl for 20–30 seconds to help the cheese melt.

Caramelize quick onions (optional)

In the same pan after removing patties, reduce heat to medium-low. Add the 1/4 cup thinly sliced yellow onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly golden. Remove and keep warm.

Toast buns

Butter the cut sides of the 2 mini brioche slider buns with 1 tsp butter. Return the pan to medium heat and toast the buns cut-side down for 30–45 seconds until golden. Remove from pan.

Spread 1 tsp mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Spread 1/2 tsp ketchup and 1/2 tsp yellow mustard on the top halves (or combine on one half if preferred).

Place a cheeseburger patty on each prepared bottom bun. Top each patty with a portion of the cooked onions (divide 1/4 cup between the two), then add 2 pickle slices per slider.

Set the top bun on each slider and press lightly. Serve immediately while hot.