Slider (sandwich) facts for kids
A party tray of sliders at a restaurant.
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| Alternative names | Mini burgers |
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| Type | Hamburger |
| Course | Appetizer, amuse-bouche, or entrée |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Region or state | Midwest |
| Serving temperature | Hot with various cheeses, vegetables, and condiments |
| Main ingredients | Bun (slider roll), filling (e.g. hamburger patty) |
A slider is a small, tasty sandwich from America. It's usually about 2 inches (5 cm) wide and comes on a special bun. People enjoy sliders as appetizers (small bites before a meal), snacks, or even as a main dish. They are super popular for game day parties in the United States!
Where Did Sliders Come From?
The word "slider" was first used to describe the small, onion-steamed burgers sold at White Castle restaurants. Other restaurants then started using the term. Most often, it means a small hamburger. Sometimes, it can mean any small sandwich served on a slider bun. White Castle even made their own special spelling, "Slyder," which they used from 1985 to 2009.
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Cheeseburger sliders
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Chicken sliders
Why Are They Called Sliders?
No one is completely sure how the name "slider" started. A food expert named George Motz shared two popular ideas, both from White Castle:
- Idea 1: Sliders are so small that they "slide" right down your throat! This is the most common and obvious idea.
- Idea 2: In the old days, visiting White Castle was like a show. Workers in clean white uniforms would greet you. If you sat at the counter, they would make your burger and then "slide" it down the counter to you on a plate.
White Castle likes both stories and hasn't picked a favorite!
