Spicy Meatball Sliders
with Pickled Red Onion & Garlic Aioli
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
• 2 lbs meatballs (#260005)
• 1 cup chipotle BBQ sauce (smoky preferred)
• 1 tbsp butter (#180140)
For the toppings:
• 12 slider buns (buttered & toasted) (#1006342)
• ¾ cup pickled red onions
• ¾ cup shredded mozzarella (#170550)
• ½ cup garlic aioli (see below
• Fresh cilantro or scallions for garnish (optional) (#340283)
Directions
1. Heat meatballs: In a skillet, melt butter and add meatballs. Cook until heated through and lightly seared.
2. Sauce ‘em up: Add chipotle BBQ sauce and toss to coat. Simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Build the sliders: Spread garlic aioli on both halves of the toasted slider buns.
Place one saucy meatball per bun. Top with pickled onions and cheese.
Garnish with herbs if desired.
4. Serve: Secure with skewers or picks and serve with kettle chips or fries.
Bar & Grill Serving Tips:
Upsell idea: Add a side of jalapeño ranch or onion rings.
Garlic Aioli (quick prep):
• ½ cup mayo (#294025)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (#340302)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (#1001492)
• Pinch of salt and pepper
Mix until smooth.
Batch prep: Meatballs can be held in a steam table with sauce for service.
Variation: Swap BBQ for buffalo sauce and serve with blue cheese crumbles.