Sloppy Joes
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4.6
Sloppy Joes
Description
This Sloppy Joes recipe starts by cooking ground beef with diced onions, garlic, and bell peppers until the vegetables are soft and the beef is fully cooked. The excess fat is drained, allowing the sauce to adhere better to the meat. The sauce blends tomato sauce and paste with acidic apple cider vinegar, rich brown sugar, and tangy Dijon mustard, accented with chili powder and Worcestershire sauce for complexity.
Simmering the mixture coats the meat with a thick, flavorful sauce that is both sweet and tangy. The sautéed vegetables add mild crunch and freshness, balancing the richness of the beef. Toasted hamburger buns provide a sturdy vehicle for the saucy filling, helping prevent sogginess.
This dish is a classic comfort food, suitable for casual lunches or dinners. It pairs well with simple sides like coleslaw or fries. Leftovers can be reheated gently and remain flavorful as a handheld meal.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion $0.32
- 1 green bell pepper $0.79
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16
- 1 Tbsp olive oil $0.16
- 1 lb. ground beef $5.49
- 1 oz. can tomato sauce $0.79
- 3 Tbsp tomato paste $0.21
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar $0.12
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar $0.08
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard $0.06
- 1 tsp chili powder $0.10
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce $0.02
- 3/4 tsp salt $0.03
- 5 Hamburger Bun $1.87
Instructions
- Finely dice the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- Add the olive oil and beef to a skillet and cook over medium heat until the beef is cooked through. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet with the beef. Continue to sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Finally, add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, brown sugar Dijon, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce,and salt to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Allow the meat and sauce to simmer over medium-low for about 5 minutes.
- Serve over toasted buns.
Notes
- Drain excess fat after browning the beef especially when using higher fat content meat to avoid greasy Sloppy Joes.
- You can use any lean or higher fat ground beef based on preference; just adjust fat drainage accordingly.
- Toasting the hamburger buns helps prevent sogginess from the saucy filling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5¾ cup meat sauce each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 440 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 440kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Sodium | 1138mg | 47% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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