Loose Meat Sandwiches
User Reviews
4.2
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
291 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Loose Meat Sandwiches
Description
The recipe begins by browning lean ground beef with seasoned powders of onion and garlic, salt, and pepper in a skillet without draining the fat. Beef broth is then added and brought to a boil, reducing to a simmer for about 30 minutes to concentrate flavors as the liquid evaporates. This results in a saucy, tender loose meat that differs from a traditional burger in texture and moisture.
These loose meat sandwiches are served by spooning the beef mixture onto hamburger buns. Pickles and mustard add contrasting acidity and sharpness, complementing the seasoned meat. The lack of formed patties gives the sandwich a distinct, crumbly texture that is easy to eat.
They are a practical homemade sandwich option where the beef is flavorful and kept moist by the broth reduction. The simplicity of seasonings allows the beef flavor to stand out.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 4 Hamburger Bun
- pickles for serving
- mustard for serving
Instructions
- Place ground beef and seasonings into a large skillet and brown meat, crumbling as it cooks, over medium heat until cooked through. Do not drain fat.
- Pour beef broth into pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.
- Spoon beef onto buns and top with pickles and mustard.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 291 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 291kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 958mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 552mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 5IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.