Asian Sliders with Pineapple Salsa

Recipe by Holly Clegg

Holly Clegg

Ingredients

Salsa:: 1-- (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained; 1/3cup chopped green onions; 2tablespoons chopped cilantro; 1/4cup seasoned rice vinegar; 1teaspoon sweet chili sauce or chopped jarred jalapeno
Sliders:: 1 3/4pounds ground sirloin; 1/3cup panko bread crumbs; 1/3cup chopped green onions; 1teaspoon ground ginger; 2teaspoons minced garlic; 2-- egg whites; 6tablespoons hoisin sauce, divided; 24-- miniature rolls (Hawaiian bread); -- Pineapple Salsa (recipe below)

To prepare salsa: In bowl, mix together all ingredients. Refrigerate. Makes 1 1/2 cups.
To prepare sliders: Preheat oven 450F. Line baking sheet with foil.
In large bowl, combine all ingredients except rolls using 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce. Form into miniature patties (heaping tablespoons depending on size of bun) and place on prepared pan.
Brush tops of burgers with remaining 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until done. Slit rolls and place burger with about a tablespoon salsa. Make 24 sliders.

Recipe reprinted with permission from Holly Clegg’s Too Hot in the Kitchen: Secrets to Sizzle at Any Age (2010).