Ingredients

1 12-pack Kings Hawaiian Rolls (Sweet) (or other sweet rolls)

1-2 tablespoons oil (olive oil, neutral oil, or butter)

1 large onion, sliced thin

1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 pound shaved steak

2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

6-8 slices provolone cheese (regular or smoked)

3-4 tablespoons butter, melted (salted or unsalted)

2 teaspoons brown sugar (light or dark, optional)

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon fresh chopped thyme)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 1-2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and green peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are soft and onions are slightly caramelized. Move the vegetables to the side of the pan or transfer to a plate if the pan is small.

Step 3: Increase heat to medium-high and add the shaved steak. Using tongs, toss quickly to prevent clumping. Cook until mostly browned but still slightly pink.

Step 4: Pour the Worcestershire sauce mixture over the steak and stir well to coat. Then add the cooked onions and peppers back into the pan and combine. Remove from heat.

Step 5: Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the buns together. Place the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish, spacing slightly thicker on the bottom to prevent sogginess. Spread the steak and vegetable mixture evenly over the rolls.

Step 6: Layer overlapping slices of provolone cheese over the meat mixture, then replace the top halves of the rolls.

Step 7: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme.

Step 8: Pour the butter mixture evenly over the top of the assembled sliders, using a brush to cover the tops and sides.

Step 9: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sliders are golden. Serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For a different flavor, try smoked provolone or Swiss cheese instead of regular provolone.

Replace shaved steak with thinly sliced roast beef or cooked ground beef for variation.

Adding a bit of hot sauce to the steak mixture can give the sliders a spicy kick.

If you prefer softer rolls, slice the bottoms a bit thicker to reduce sogginess from the fillings.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders a few hours ahead, cover tightly, and refrigerate. Add the butter mixture and bake just before serving for the best texture and flavor.

What if I don’t have shaved steak?

You can substitute thinly sliced roast beef or even sautéed ground beef as alternatives. Just adjust cooking times accordingly and season well to maintain flavor.