Corned Beef Sliders
Get your corned beef and cabbage a delicious new way with these Corned Beef Sliders! Mini pretzel buns are filled with tender slices of Guinness braised corned beef and crisp, creamy coleslaw. They’re perfect for using up leftover corned beef!
**This post was originally published in March 2015. The photos have been updated and the text has been modified to be more informative.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We’re all enduring a difficult time right now, but hopefully you’ll still be able to celebrate the day with the ones you’re the closest to today.
Every year I prepare a traditional Irish feast of Corned Beef and Cabbage and Irish soda bread for my family, just the way my mom did when I was growing up.
I secretly look forward to the next day when I can make Corned Beef Sliders with the leftover beef. They’re the very best part, and I think my family would agree. 🙂
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- Slider rolls are filled with tender Guinness-braised corned beef and creamy cabbage coleslaw. They’re a fun way to enjoy your corned beef and cabbage!
- Corned beef and coleslaw may be made in advance, then sliders can be assembled just before serving.
- These are perfect for entertaining. Set up a slider bar and allow guests to assemble the sliders themselves.
- Corned beef sliders are easily customizable with your favorite spreads or toppings.
How to make this recipe
These sliders couldn’t be easier to make, and each component may be done in advance.
- Prepare the corned beef. The beef may be prepared in your Instant Pot or slow cooker by following the instructions in my Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe. This may be done up to a day in advance.
- Prepare the coleslaw. Shred the cabbage yourself or use a 12 ounce bag of organic coleslaw blend. Toss the cabbage in my Coleslaw Dressing or buy your favorite store bought brand.
- Assemble the sliders. Place slices of corned beef on the bottom slider roll, then top with coleslaw. Spread horseradish or whole grain mustard on the top slider roll and place on top. Secure with a toothpick. You can also create a slider bar for parties or gatherings with a variety of spreads.
How to serve corned beef sliders
Serve sliders with the following recipes:
- Crispy smashed baby potatoes
- Homemade horseradish
- Roasted carrots and parsnips
- Yukon gold mashed potatoes
Recipe notes
- Corned beef may be prepared up to a day in advance and warmed before assembling the sliders.
- Coleslaw may be prepped in advance. Toss with the coleslaw dressing just before serving.
- To make sliders gluten-free, substitute the Guinness with water and use gluten-free slider rolls.
- Customize sliders with your favorite spreads.
If you make this recipe I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment and rating below, or snap a photo and tag me @flavorthemoments on Instagram!
Corned Beef Sliders
Ingredients
For the corned beef:
- 1 pint Guinness beer
- 3 cups water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large onion peeled and sliced into thick rounds
- 3 lb. corned beef brisket with spice packet
- 12 ounces organic coleslaw blend or shredded cabbage tossed with my [3-Ingredient Creamy No Mayo Coleslaw Dressing]
- 12 slider rolls gluten-free or regular
- Serve with whole grain mustard or horseradish if desired
Instructions
Prepare the corned beef:
- Place the Guinness, water and brown sugar into the pot and stir. Add the onion, followed by the corned beef and the spice packet. Cook the corned beef in the Instant Pot or Crock Pot according to the instructions for this Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe.
- When the corned beef has finished cooking, allow to rest for 10 minutes. When cool enough to handle, slice against the grain.
Assemble the corned beef sliders:
- Spread some whole grain mustard or horseradish on the top slider buns. Place the corned beef on the slider buns, top with coleslaw, and place the top half of the bun over the coleslaw. Secure with toothpicks, serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Servings will vary depending the size of your rolls .
- Corned beef may be prepared up to a day in advance and warmed before assembling the sliders.
- Coleslaw may be prepped in advance. Toss with the coleslaw dressing just before serving.
- To make sliders gluten-free, substitute the Guinness with water and use gluten-free slider rolls.
- Customize sliders with your favorite spreads.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
52 Comments on “Corned Beef Sliders”
I’m not sure why
My brain is having a moment so this may seem silly haha…. but so you’re adding the Guinness sugar etc then you follow the corned beef recipe provided that includes the cabbage and potatoes etc? Or just using the beef?
Sorry about the confusion! Just simply cook the corned beef in the ingredients listed, following instructions in the other post. I will include the instructions in this recipe to make it easier to understand!
Where do you find mini pretzel rolls?
I’ve purchased them numerous places including Whole Foods, Safeway and Raley’s stores.
Sliders are so great for entertaining, and while Guinness corned beef is totally appropriate for Paddy’s Day, I can see us making these sliders year round! Hope you’re staying well Marcie!
I would like these year round too! Thanks Leanne and I hope you are doing ok during this trying time.
What happened to the curried cole slaw? I’ve been making these on St. Patrick’s Day for five years now, but the recipe I shopped for 3 days ago is gone!!!!!
It’s still here! I just removed the link. https://flavorthemoments.com/coleslaw-creamy-curry-dressing/
I’m about to make this recipe x6 for a St. Patrick’s Day-themed fundraiser!! Question: Do you really just rest the meat on top and not pour any of the Guiness/sugar/spice packet mixture over it? Thanks!! Lisa
Hi Lisa! Honestly you can do it either way, just make sure and baste the top with some of the liquid before and during cooking. I even like to flip it halfway through sometimes. I hope you enjoy the recipe!
the perfect st. pattys lunch. period.
YUMMMM
Love that you paired corned beef with curried coleslaw! I’m crazy about curry. 🙂
The curry is so good in this creamy dressing! I used to think I didn’t like it…I was so wrong. 🙂
I haven’t had Guinness in chocolate cake yet…can you believe that? Thanks, Dannii!
I’m not one bit Irish either, but green is my favorite color and I looooove the food! And beer. 😉 These sammies look delicious!! I love corned beef and mean to make it year round but really only think about when the grocery store has a big display!!
I never notice or think about corned beef during the year — unless I go to a deli and see a corned beef sandwich! haha Have a great weekend, Jess!
I will save this recipe for my daughter’s birthday party in April. Looks wonderful and I am sure they taste the same.
Thank you, Ella, and these would be really fun at a birthday party!
I adore this. I also adore pretzel rolls but who doesn’t right? I think this is perfect on these rolls or those. It doesn’t matter!
You’re so right — the roll really doesn’t matter in the end — especially since we’re talking about Guinness and corned beef! haha Have a great weekend, Jocelyn! 🙂
I could only imagine how good these taste! And they look awesome! Love the use of Guiness and that they are made in the slow cooker! Pinned!
Thank you, Mira! Guinness is great pretty much anywhere right now. haha
Do you know I’ve never had corned beef and cabbage? I feel so left out. These sliders look amazing!
There’s time to make up for never having it, Ashley! No reason to feel left out. haha Thanks and enjoy your weekend!
Thank you, Carol! 🙂
I do think there’s a place for stove top browning, but this particular recipe just doesn’t need it. We’ve got to have super easy recipes sometimes. 🙂 Thanks, Sherri!