Hawaiian Beef Sliders with Pineapple Slaw

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup. (5 minutes)

In a food processor, finely chop the bell peppers and red onion until they are in small, uniform pieces. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and add the minced garlic. (10 minutes)

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the liquid smoke, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and egg until well combined. Stir in the bread crumbs until moistened. Add this mixture to the vegetables in the large bowl. (5 minutes)

Add the ground beef to the bowl with the vegetables and seasonings. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Using your hands, gently mix all the ingredients until just evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the patties tough. (5 minutes)

Divide the ground beef mixture into twelve equal portions and form them into 3-inch patties. Arrange the patties evenly spaced on the prepared sheet pan. (10 minutes)

Bake in the preheated oven until the patties are cooked through and reach your desired level of doneness, about 8 to 10 minutes per side. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). (20 minutes)

While the patties are baking, prepare the pineapple slaw. In a medium bowl, combine the drained pineapple tidbits, shredded cabbage, and sliced green onion. (5 minutes)

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create the dressing. Pour the dressing over the pineapple slaw and toss gently to coat. (5 minutes)

Once the beef patties are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. (5 minutes)

Slice the Hawaiian sweet bread rolls horizontally. Place a cooked beef patty on the bottom half of each roll. Top with 2 to 3 tablespoons of the pineapple slaw. Place the top half of the roll over the slaw. (10 minutes)

For an extra touch, garnish each slider with a canned pineapple chunk, securing it with a toothpick. Serve immediately and enjoy these tropical-inspired delights! (5 minutes)