Spicy Meatball Sliders With Quick Pickled Cabbage

Name: Spicy Meatball Sliders With Quick Pickled Cabbage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound spicy Italian sausage; 1 egg; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup panko; 1 red cabbage small, - finely sliced; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; kosher salt /pepper; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups tomato sauce prepared; 15 slider rolls mini pretzel; 15 fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

1 pound spicy Italian sausage
1 egg
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup panko
1 red cabbage small, - finely sliced
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
kosher salt /pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups tomato sauce prepared
15 slider rolls mini pretzel
15 fresh basil leaves

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
In a large bowl mix together: sausage, egg, milk and panko until well combined.
3
Using a large cookie scoop, scoop out balls of sausage mixture onto a rimmed non-stick baking sheet. Bake for approximately 20 minutes.
4
Note: Heat slider rolls and tomato sauce while meatballs are cooking.
5
While meatballs are cooking: Add red cabbage into a medium bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together vinegar and sugar until combined. Season with salt/pepper. Slowly whisk in olive oil until combined. Pour over cabbage. Set aside.
6
When meatballs have finished cooking transfer them to tomato sauce pot. Turn to coat.
7
To assemble: place one meatball onto bottom of slider roll (add extra sauce if desired), top with fork full of pickled cabbage and a fresh basil leaf. Place top of slider bun on. Continue until all sliders are assembled.

313

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, 1 egg, 1/4 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup panko, and more.

Yes, Spicy Meatball Sliders With Quick Pickled Cabbage falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!