# What You'll Need:
→ For the Patties
01 - 1.1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ For the Special Sauce
04 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise
05 - 1 tbsp ketchup
06 - 1 tbsp yellow mustard
07 - 1 tbsp finely diced pickles
08 - 1 tsp white wine vinegar
09 - 1/2 tsp sugar
10 - 1/4 tsp paprika
→ For Assembly
11 - 12 mini slider buns
12 - 12 dill pickle slices
13 - 1/2 small white onion, finely diced
14 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved (optional)
15 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, diced pickles, vinegar, sugar, and paprika. Set aside in the refrigerator.
02 - Divide the ground beef into 12 equal balls (about 1.4 oz each). Season with salt and pepper.
03 - Brush cut sides of the slider buns with melted butter. Toast in a dry skillet or under the broiler until golden. Set aside.
04 - Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until very hot. Place beef balls on the skillet, leaving space between each. Press down firmly with a spatula or burger press to form thin patties.
05 - Cook for 1-2 minutes until crisp edges form. Flip, add half a cheese slice to each (if using), and cook for 1 more minute until cheese melts and patties are cooked through.
06 - Spread a layer of special sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Add a beef patty, top with diced onions and a pickle slice. Close with the top bun. Repeat for all burgers.
07 - Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
