Beef Tenderloin Sliders

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These Beef Tenderloin Sliders are mouth-watering on sweet Hawaiian slider buns with tender caramelized red onions, zesty horseradish sauce, and melted cheese.

These sliders are at the top of our favorites list for parties and gatherings.

BEEF TENDERLOIN SLIDERS WITH HORSERADISH

The tangy horseradish sauce for these beef tenderloin sliders is fantastic! Horseradish is zesty in flavor and compliments beef, whether it’s tenderloin, steak, or even burgers.

I like to make extra sauce for dipping, too!

You may prefer a more traditional creamy horseradish sauce for your favorite beef dishes. The sauces are both quite different but equally delicious as an accompaniment. And both sauces can be made ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to use.

WHAT TO LOVE

1. Beef tenderloin sliders do just that: they SLIDE right down because they are insanely delicious and easy to eat. Nobody can eat just one!
2. Sliders can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving. They are quick to assemble.
3. Beef tenderloin sliders can be served as an appetizer or as a meal.

RECIPE TIPS

Double the slider sauce to have some for dipping the sliders when served.

Leaving the buns/rolls connected in one sheet makes the sliders assemble quickly. They are easy to cut apart once baked, too.

If you want to “fancy up” the sliders, sprinkle them with poppy or sesame seeds when you brush the top slider buns with melted butter.

To easily cut the sliders apart, place the entire sheet of baked sliders onto a large cutting board; use a large pizza cutter to cut the sliders.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED

Horseradish Sauce

• Mayonnaise
• Ketchup
• Worcestershire sauce
• Spicy brown mustard
• Sweet pickle relish
• Prepared horseradish, optional but delicious! 

Caramelized Onions

• Olive oil
• Red onions sliced thin
• Worcestershire sauce

Beef Tenderloin Sliders

• Thinly sliced fully cooked beef tenderloin, chopped, preferably medium-rare
• King’s Hawaiian Original Sweet Rolls
• Shredded cheese, I used Jalapeno Havarti, may substitute any cheese preferred
• Crispy fried onions
• Butter, melted

HOW MUCH BEEF TENDERLOIN PER PERSON FOR SLIDERS?

If the beef tenderloin sliders are to be eaten as an appetizer, I like to allow about 1-2 ounces of beef tenderloin per slider.

However, if you are serving beef tenderloin sliders as a meal, I prefer to use around 3 ounces of beef tenderloin for each slider to make them more substantial.

HOW MANY SLIDERS PER PERSON SHOULD I HAVE?

This will depend on the crew that you are feeding. Men and teenagers seem to inhale sliders, so I figure at least 2 per person for them, sometimes even 3 per person.

For a mostly ladies’ group of eaters, figure 1-2 per person.

It’s always smart to consider the time of day too. If it’s lunch or dinner time, you can bet that people will be quite hungry and eat the maximum allowed by law.

If you have many side dishes, you can get away with serving fewer sliders per person. You have to read the crowd!

HOW TO ROAST BEEF TENDERLOIN FOR SLIDERS

Tender Grilled Beef Tenderloin on the grill or smoker is buttery rich and quick to make. Roasted Beef Tenderloin is made right in your oven using a Garlic Herb Butter.

Truthfully, beef tenderloin is delicious no matter which method you cook it. The worst thing you could do to a beef tenderloin is to over cook it!

HOW TO MAKE BEEF TENDERLOIN SLIDERS

Make the Sauce

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, relish, and horseradish; stir until the sauce is well blended, then reserve.

Caramelize the Onions

In a large skillet over medium heat, add a good swish of olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions to the skillet and Worcestershire sauce.

Cook the onions until they soften and caramelize, adding a bit of liquid (such as broth, wine, or water) to the onions as they cook to keep them moist if needed. Reserve and keep warm.

Assemble the Beef Tenderloin Sliders

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Leave the sheet of Hawaiian rolls intact; slice the entire sheet in half horizontally, separating the top from the bottom. Place the bottom sheet into a 9×13 pan or a small rimmed baking sheet.

Spread the bottom sheet of rolls with an even layer of warm caramelized onions.

Top the layer of caramelized onions with the chopped beef tenderloin then drizzle as much of the prepared sauce over the beef as desired.

Sprinkle with shredded cheese and fried onions.

Now, add the top sheet of rolls; brush with melted butter. (Sprinkle with poppy or sesame seeds, if desired, at this point.)

Bake the sliders uncovered for 12-15 minutes on the center oven rack until hot throughout and the top buns are a deep, golden brown.

Let the sheet of sliders cool slightly, then place onto a large cutting board to slice. Serve at once.

WHAT CHEESE CAN I USE FOR BEEF TENDERLOIN SLIDERS

My cheese favorites for beef tenderloin sliders are the ones that are superior melting cheeses, such as provolone, Havarti, cheddar, American, and Gruyere.

And, truly, when it comes to cheese and beef tenderloin, the sky is the limit. Cheese and beef are a match made in heaven, and you really cannot go wrong – it’s a personal preference.

BEST ROLLS FOR BEEF TENDERLOIN SLIDERS

When it comes to rolls and buns, there are many options, for sure. I think of a slider bun as a roll or bun smaller than a hamburger bun yet a bit larger than a dinner roll.

No matter how you slice it, just about any small roll or bun can work perfectly for making sliders.

HOW TO SLICE BEEF TENDERLOIN FOR SLIDERS

Because beef tenderloin is very tender no matter how it’s sliced (unless it’s been overcooked and that changes everything!), how it’s sliced is a personal preference.

Some people prefer just one thick beefy slice. Others prefer that beef tenderloin be sliced very thinly so it can be placed on the slider or sandwich more easily.

DO LEFTOVER SLIDERS REHEAT WELL?

They sure do, and I like to make more than I’ll probably need. To reheat, pop them into the microwave and heat for a few seconds.

If you’ve got lots of sliders left over, you can always wrap them in foil and reheat them in the oven.

A GOOD WAY TO KEEP SLIDERS WARM FOR SERVING

You can pile the sliders onto a large, rimmed baking sheet and pop them into an oven set to the lowest setting.

Or, pile them into a large slow cooker set to warm. I’ve even layered them into an Instant Pot on the warm setting – it works great.

WHAT ABOUT BEEF TENDERLOIN SANDWICHES?

In my book, sliders are just little sandwiches, perfect for serving as an appetizer, but there have been plenty of times that tenderloin sliders have become supper at our house!

For a bigger counterpart to these sliders, try our Beef tenderloin Sandwiches. They are piled high with medium-rare beef tenderloin, melted white cheddar, and pesto-mayo on toasted ciabatta buns.

CAN YOU USE BEEF TENDERLOIN FOR FRENCH DIP SLIDERS?

Yes, and they would be delicious.

We also use an eye of round roast to make French Dip Sandwiches – another good beef option, especially if your food budget is tight.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH BEEF TENDERLOIN SLIDERS

During the summer, we enjoy beef tenderloin sliders with our favorite salads. Marinated Corn Salad with Fresh Basil comes immediately to mind, and so does Tortellini Pasta Salad.

When we serve beef tenderloin sliders for supper, my guys like pasta side dishes to accompany them. Cheesy Orzo Pasta is perfect with sliders, and I’ve made lots of Skillet-Style Mac and Cheese when servings sliders, too….talk about creamy!

MORE FAVORITE RECIPES

BEST BEEF TENDELOIN MARINADE – Here’s the best Beef Tenderloin Marinade recipe to add flavor, tenderness, and caramelization to any beef tenderloin or beef filet recipe. The result is a fancy steakhouse beef taste without the big price tag!

BEEF TENDERLOIN RUB – This sweet and savory beef tenderloin rub adds the perfect crust and an irresistible flavor to your beef tenderloin. This easy recipe requires a few on-hand spices and ingredients and includes how to rub a beef tenderloin before cooking.

CHEESE AND BACON SKILLET POTATOES – Crispy roasted potatoes, layered with melting cheese and all wrapped up with plenty of crispy bacon. These Cheesy Potatoes are the best… divine and there are never leftovers.

HAM AND SMOKED GOUDA SLIDERS – Ham and smoked Gouda cheese is nestled into soft slider buns, then drizzled with a warm butter mixture and sprinkled with a poppy seed topping. These ham and cheese sliders are fast and always a party favorite.