These Fried Bologna Sliders will be the hit appetizer of your next party. With just 6 ingredients, they’re easy to assemble for a crowd and full of so much flavor!
Fried Bologna is a staple in every southern home. That’s why we have created a spin on this classic comforting meat, and add a little more! These Fried Bologna Sliders are super easy and simple to make. With a delicious combination of bacon, bologna and cheese with butter, these rich flavors are sure to please the whole family! This can work as an appetizer for your next gathering, or even a main course for a quick weeknight dinner.
You might have tried some of our slider recipes before, they are a popular appetizer that we have put multiple spins on! If you are interested in more slider recipes, check out our Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders or our Chopped Italian Sliders. No matter which slider recipe you decide to enjoy, we know you and your whole family will love the flavors and convenience!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Great for a Crowd. Use this at your next neighborhood barbecue or a family gathering!
- Full of Good Flavor. These are sure to impress anyone you serve them to!
- Quick to Assemble and Make. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a last minute event.
Ingredients:
- King’s Hawaiian Rolls– These are my favorite buns to use for any slider. Sweet and fluffy!
- Kraft singles– A simple cheese options that keeps the flavors classic and the preparation easy.
- Bologna– The star of the show! Use any type you like, my favorite is Fields.
- Bacon Up bacon grease– This will give extra flavor to your simple yet delicious sandwiches.
- BBQ rub– Another flavor component to elevate your sliders.
- Melted butter– This will add a crispy, salty finish that everyone will love!
How To Make Fried Bologna Sliders:
1. Toast you rolls with that bacon grease.
2. Uses a cookie cutter to make appropriate sized bologna slices.
3. Cut slits in bologna so it doesn’t curl up when frying. Fry the bologna on a griddle until nicely charred.
4. Layer rolls with cheese, add 3 slices bologna to each, then more cheese.
5. Brush on melted butter and sprinkle on some BBQ rub or garlic powder.
6. Put in oven covered at 350 until cheese is melty (about 10-15 min). Enjoy!
Substitutions and Variations:
- Feel free to use your favorite bbq rub or spice blend!
- This recipe is very customizable, any cheese you prefer, seasonings, bread options, and bacon!
Expert Tips:
- To keep the bologna from curling when you cook it, cut little slices around the edges or cut an X in the middle.
- Don’t over bake the sliders or the bread will become hard.
- If your sliders start to get too brown, you can cover them with foil.
What to Serve With Fried Bologna Sliders:
Any classic side with go perfect with this dish! You can keep the vibes fried with some onion rings or french fries, or you could add in a healthy component with some vegetables or a fruit salad!
Storage and Make-Ahead Instructions:
These sliders are best eaten immediately, if you do have leftovers store them in the fridge for up to a day and reheat in the oven for a few minutes until warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the best way to fry bologna? Score the meat to prevent curling—cut in an X shape—and fry over butter/oil at medium to high heat until you desired crispiness.
Why are my sliders soggy? If you pat dry your bologna after frying you can prevent this, also make sure there is not moisture in any of your other ingredients especially cheese and bread. This most likely will occur due to an overuse of butter, so be mindful and remember that less is more.
How do you keep fried bologna flat? Score it when cooking, either cut an X in the middle or make little cuts around each slice. If you are frying a large piece of bologna and cutting it after, make cross cuts around your roll of meat for more even cooking.
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Ingredients
- 1 package King's Hawaiian Rolls
- 6 slices american cheese
- 6 slices pepperjack cheese
- 8 slices fried bologna
- BBQ rub
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- yellow mustard
- potato chips
Instructions
- Toast you rolls with that bacon grease.
- Smoke bologna at 200 degrees for 3-4 hrs(optional)
- Cut slits in bologna so it doesn’t curl up when frying.
- Layer rolls with cheese, add slices bologna, then mustard, then finally more cheese.
- Brush on melted butter and sprinkle on some BBQ rub or garlic powder.
- Put in oven or on smoker at 375 until cheese is melty (about 10-15 min) Enjoy!
Love bologna sandwich and this sounds so good