Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders (Carnivore Version)

Ingredients:

• For the Steak:

  • 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak (or any steak of your choice), sliced thinly

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Pepper (optional, depending on your preference for carnivore)

  • 2 tbsp beef tallow, ghee, or butter for cooking the steak

• For the Cowboy Butter:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈

  • 2 tbsp ghee (optional, for extra richness)

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional, for flavor)

  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, if you allow a bit of mustard)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

• For Assembling:

  • 4-6 carnivore-friendly “buns” or slider options (you can use cheese crisps or egg-based buns, or make a cheese crust to hold the steak for a fully carnivore version)

  • 4-6 slices of cheddar or Swiss cheese (optional)

  • Additional Cowboy Butter for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cowboy Butter:

   • In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, ghee (if using), minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and Dijon mustard.

   • Stir until everything is well combined.

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

   • Set the Cowboy Butter aside, or store it in the fridge for later use. It can also be made ahead of time.

2. Cook the Steak:

   • Season the steak slices with salt and pepper.

   • Heat the beef tallow, ghee, or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Once the skillet is hot, add the thinly sliced steak and cook for about 3-4 minutes until it’s browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.

   • Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside to rest.

3. Prepare the Sliders:

   • If you’re using cheese crisps or an egg-based bun for the slider base, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake your buns (or cheese crisps) for about 5 minutes until golden and crispy.

   • You can also create a cheese crust by melting shredded cheese in a skillet and allowing it to harden into a firm crust, which works great as a carnivore-friendly bun.

4. Assemble the Sliders:

   • If you’re using cheese crisps or a cheese crust, place a slice of cheddar or Swiss cheese (if desired) on the bottom “bun.”

   • Add a generous amount of the cooked steak on top of the cheese.

   • Drizzle a little of the Cowboy Butter on top of the steak.

   • Top with another cheese crisp or cheese crust (if using).

5. Serve:

   • Serve the sliders warm with an extra drizzle of Cowboy Butter on top, and enjoy your rich and flavorful carnivore-friendly sliders!

Optional Garnish:

• A small sprinkle of fresh parsley (if you’re okay with herbs on carnivore)

Notes:

• If you’re keeping it strict carnivore, skip the Dijon mustard and lemon juice, or use a very small amount of each. You could also skip the parsley or garlic if you’re avoiding plant-based ingredients entirely.

• For the “buns,” if you’re not a fan of cheese crisps, you could always opt for a carnivore “cloud bread” (egg-based bread) as a base for the sliders.

Enjoy your Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders—perfect for a rich and savory carnivore-friendly meal! 🍔🦖