Step 1

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, cayenne, egg and beer until just combined. Don't worry if there are clumps in the batter.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 200 degree F. Fill a large heavy bottomed pot with oil and heat to 350 degrees F. Set a large wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet and place near the stove.

Step 3

Working in batches dip the onion rings through the beer batter and then carefully add to the hot oil. Deep fry the onions until golden brown and crisp, about 3-4 minutes. Using a wire skimmer, remove the onions from the oil and place on the prepared wire rack. Transfer the onion rings to the oven while you fry them remaining rings.

Step 4

Sprinkle with salt before serving and serve warm atop the sliders!

Step 5

Divide the meat into 6 balls and pat into smaller slider size patties. Add the buttermilk to a shallow bowl. To another shallow bowl, add the cornflakes, Panko, flour and cajun seasoning.

Step 6

Working in an assembly line, dip the patties, one at a time through the buttermilk and then dredge through the cornflakes, coating the patties completely. Place breaded patties on a plate and repeat with the remaining patties.

Step 7

Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once the oil is sizzling, add the burgers and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. During the last few minutes of cooking, add the cheddar cheese to each burger.

Step 8

To serve, place a burger on a warmed bun and drizzle with the black pepper rub sauce (recipe below). Top with onion rings and serve with ranch.

Step 9

In a medium bowl combine the melted butter, hot sauce, cajun seasoning and black pepper. Whisk to combine.