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Italian Meatball Sliders with Gorgonzola Cream

  • People

    Serves 6 (12 sliders)

  • Prep Time

    25 min.

  • Cooking Time

    45 min.

  • Difficulty

    Easy–Intermediate

  • BBQ Temperature

    180-230°C

  • Method

    Direct

Ingredients
Instructions

the Ingredients

Meatball Sliders

For the Meatballs:

  • Completed step 300 g minced beef
  • Completed step 300 g minced pork
  • Completed step 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • Completed step 1 garlic clove, crushed
  • Completed step 40 g fresh breadcrumbs
  • Completed step 1 egg, beaten
  • Completed step 30 g grated Parmesan
  • Completed step 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Completed step Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Completed step Olive oil, for cooking

For the Gorgonzola Cream:

  • Completed step 150 g Gorgonzola Dolce
  • Completed step 100 ml double cream
  • Completed step A small knob of butter
  • Completed step A pinch of black pepper

For Assembly:

  • Completed step 1 pack of 12 soft brioche slider rolls (the pull-apart style baked together in a single rectangle)
  • Completed step A handful of fresh rocket leaves
  • Completed step A little melted butter, for brushing

Special Equipment

  • Weber Slate or
  • Weber Griddle

Instructions

    Prebare the Meatballs:

  • In a large bowl combine the minced beef, pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix well until evenly combined, then roll into 12 small meatballs of equal size.
  • AT THE GRILL:

  • Prepare the barbecue for direct heat, approx. 180-230°C. If using a charcoal barbecue, you need ½ chimney starter of lit briquettes.
  • Heat a Slate Grill, or griddle over medium-high heat, brushing lightly with oil.
  • Cook the meatballs for about 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
  • Keep warm while you prepare the other elements.
  • Place a small pan on the griddle and melt the butter in it.
  • Add the double cream and warm through, then crumble in the Gorgonzola.
  • Stir until the cheese melts into a smooth, velvety sauce.
  • Finish with a pinch of black pepper.
  • Keeping all 12 buns attached as one piece, slice horizontally through the centre to create a large “sandwich” layer.
  • Place the base section on the griddle and toast 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.
  • Assemble the Sliders:

  • Spoon a little Gorgonzola cream over the toasted base, then arrange the warm meatballs evenly across it (two per portion).
  • Drizzle with a little more Gorgonzola cream, scatter a few rocket leaves over the top, and place the top half of the buns back on.
  • Brush the tops with melted butter you can use the large Basting Dome to steam the bus slightly.
  • To Serve: Serve warm with extra Gorgonzola cream on the side for dipping. Soft brioche, rich cheese, peppery rocket, and juicy Italian meatballs make this a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish.

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