Get ready to transform your hosting game with these irresistible Cheesy Masala Baked Beans Sliders – a mouthwatering fusion of Indian-inspired flavors, a British breakfast staple, and classic slider comfort! Perfect for parties, game nights, or when you're craving something extraordinary, these sliders are a vegetarian delight that will have everyone asking for seconds. Imagine soft slider buns layered with a luxurious, spice-packed masala baked beans filling, generously topped with melted mozzarella cheese, and crowned with a crispy, buttery breadcrumb crust. Each bite is a symphony of textures and tastes: spicy beans, sweet and spicy tangy chili sauce, gooey cheese, crunchy slaw, and a toasty breadcrumb finish that'll make your taste buds dance.

These aren't just any sliders – they're a culinary journey that bridges traditional Indian spices with classic American slider style. Packed with bold ingredients like ginger-garlic paste, bell peppers, and a medley of spices, these sliders are guaranteed to be the star of any gathering. Whether you're hosting a weekend party, looking for a unique vegetarian appetizer, or simply want to elevate your snack game, these Masala Baked Beans Sliders are your ticket to flavor town!

Happy Cooking!

Servings: 12 sliders

Prep Time: 15-20 mins

Cooking Time: 30-35 mins

Baking Time: 30-35 mins

Total Time: 1.5 hours

Ingredients: 

Masala Baked Beans Filling:

• 1/2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium red onion finely chopped; divided in assembly as well

• 2-3 green chili chopped

• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste

• 1 small green bell pepper finely chopped; about 2/3 cup

• 1-1.5 tsp red chili powder

• 1 tsp chili flakes

• 1.5 tsp cumin powder

• 1/2 tsp garam masala

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

• 1-1.5 tsp Salt as per taste

• 1/4 tsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp pepper powder

• 1/2 tsp oregano

• 2 tbsp tomato puree

• 600g Canned Baked Beans; about 1.5 cans

• 1/4 cup chopped coriander & parsley leaves

Butter Mixture:

• 4 tbsp of unsalted butter

• 1/2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning

• 2 tsp red chili flakes

• 2 tsp Dijon mustard

Sweet & Spicy sauce:

• 2 tbsp sweet sauce; I used Thai sweet sauce

• 2 tbsp sriracha

• 1 tbsp ketchup

Assembly:

• 12 Savory butter slider buns

• 3-4 tbsp mayonnaise

• 1-1.5 cup shredded slaw; check notes

• 4-6 mozzarella cheese slices

• 2/3-3/4 cup bread crumbs

Directions: 

1. Masala Baked Beans Filling: Add olive oil to a pan on low-medium heat.

2. Once warm, add 1/2-2/3 cup chopped onions and saute for about 2 minutes till they start becoming translucent.

3. Add chopped green chili, and ginger garlic paste and cook for 3-4 mins till fragrant.

4. Add the chopped peppers and cook for 2-3 mins.

5. Add all spices- red chili powder, turmeric powder, chili flakes, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, oregano, salt, pepper, and sugar and cook for 1-2 mins.

6. Add tomato puree and cook for 2-3 minutes. The raw flavor should be cooked off

7. Add baked beans and chopped herbs mix well. Let it simmer on low medium heat for 15-20 mins, till it thickens. The mixture should not be liquid or it will ooze out. The baked bean mixture should be thick and hold its shape so it can used as a filling.

8. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes till completely cool.

9. Sweet spicy sauce: Mix the sweet sauce, sriracha, and ketchup and keep aside

10. Preheat the oven to 350F.

11. Assembly: Assemble the buns on a parchment-lined baking tray to make it easier.

    1. Slice slider buns horizontally in half.

    2. On the bottom half of the buns spread the sweet spicy sauce

    3. Layer with shredded slaw.

    4. Layer masala baked beans over the slaw I like a thick layer of beans

    5. Layer with a layer of cheese slices over it.

    6. Top with chopped onions over it, about 1/2 cup.

    7. Spread mayonnaise on the top part of the slider buns.

    8. Sandwich the slider buns over the cheese slices.

    9. Using a toothpick poke holes in the slider buns. be sure to get all the buns all over.

    10. Butter mixture- Melt butter and mix everything bagel seasoning, red chili flakes, and mustard. Mix well.

    11. Pour the butter mixture over the buns and spread it all over.

    12. Sprinkle bread crumbs over each bun

12. Cover the buns with foil and bake at 350F for 25 mins. Remove the foil and cook for 5-7 minutes to toast the breadcrumbs. The base should be slightly crispy, filling warm & cheese melted.

13. Let it rest for 3-5 mins once out of the oven.

14. Remove the foil, cut, and serve.

15. You can serve these with any condiments you like, but it’s not needed as these are saucy themselves.

Notes/Tips:

• Use savory slider buns. Sweet buns can make this recipe too sweet. If you use the sweet slider buns, reduce the sweet sauce!

• Do NOT forget to poke the holes in the slider buns.

• Covering with foil is a must.

• You can make the sauces and bean filling from before and keep them.

• Don’t skip the chopped onions while layering, the crunch is amazing.