Cuban Sloppy Joes
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
673 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
Cuban
Cuban Sloppy Joes
Description
This Cuban Sloppy Joe recipe starts by browning ground pork in oil, then adding garlic, brown sugar, allspice, coriander, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh lime zest and juice. The combination results in a spiced, aromatic base with the sweet undertone of brown sugar balanced by citrus brightness.
Chicken stock and tomato sauce are then stirred in, and the mixture simmers to reduce slightly, concentrating the flavors into a thick, saucy filling. The pork remains juicy yet well-coated by the melded spices and tomato base.
To serve, the pork mixture is piled onto toasted brioche buns, which add a soft, slightly sweet foundation. Swiss cheese slices melt atop, complementing the savory pork, and sliced pickles provide a crunchy, tangy contrast. Mustard is optional depending on preferred tartness. This sandwich pairs well with casual meals or quick dinners when you want a hearty yet distinctively spiced sloppy joe.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 1/2 pounds ground pork
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 4 Brioche buns
- 8 lices swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup pickles sliced
- mustard optional
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat then add in the pork, crumbling it up with a spatula as it cooks for 5-7 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and add in the garlic, brown sugar, allspice, coriander, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice and lime zest, stirring and cooking for 2-3 minutes. and lime zest and juice.
- Add in the stock and tomato sauce stirring well then letting reduce for 5-7 minutes.
- Scoop onto toasted buns, top with Swiss cheese and another spoonful of the pork mixture with pickles and mustard on top (optional).
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 673 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 673kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 57g | 114% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 163mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 1301mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 1139mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 1255IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 10.5mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 532mg | 53% |
| Iron | 4.9mg | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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