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Elote smash sliders topped with charred corn and lime sauce on a cast iron skillet on a Weber grill

Elote Smash Sliders (Budget-Friendly Backyard BBQ)

Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/4 cups frozen corn kernels thawed and patted very dry
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder for sauce
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro optional
  • 5 slider buns
  • 1 large portobello mushroom cap cleaned and stem removed
  • 1 tsp olive oil for portobello

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the grill and skillet. Get your Weber kettle hot with the cast iron skillet on the grate for at least 10 minutes until it's smoking hot.
  • Season and portion the beef. Mix chili powder and garlic powder into the ground beef, then divide into 5 loose balls (about 3 oz each). Don't overwork it.
  • Prep the portobello. Brush the mushroom cap with olive oil and season with a pinch of the same chili powder and garlic powder mix.
  • Char the corn. Melt butter in the hot skillet, add the corn, and let it sit undisturbed for 2–3 minutes until charred in spots before stirring. Remove and set aside.
  • Make the sauce. Stir together mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl.
  • Smash the patties. Place beef balls on the hot skillet, press hard with a sturdy spatula for 10–15 seconds to flatten thin, then season the tops with salt and pepper.
  • Sear the beef and mushroom. Cook the patties 2–3 minutes per side until deeply crusted and cooked through. Sear the portobello alongside for about 3–4 minutes per side until tender.
  • Toast the buns. Cut buns in half and toast cut-side down in the same skillet in the leftover fat, about 1 minute.
  • Assemble. Spread lime sauce on both bun halves, add the patty (or sliced portobello), top with charred corn, a sprinkle of parmesan, and cilantro if using.

Notes

Estimated Nutrition (per slider, portobello version)
  • Calories: ~230
  • Protein: ~7g
  • Carbs: ~26g
  • Fat: ~11g

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 20gFat: 28g
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