Sloppy Joes
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
344 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sloppy Joes
Description
This Sloppy Joes recipe starts by browning ground beef seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then cooking down chopped onions and garlic to soften and flavor the meat. Tomato sauce, ketchup, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and garlic powder are incorporated to form a rich and tangy sauce that simmers to meld flavors and thicken slightly.
The final mixture is warm, slightly thick, and well-seasoned with a balance of sweetness, acidity, and umami. Serving the beef mixture on toasted hamburger buns adds texture contrast and helps contain the moist filling. This sandwich offers a satisfying and straightforward casual meal experience.
This recipe is adaptable with variations like adding vegetables, changing sauces, or swapping meats. It can be made ahead and stored refrigerated or frozen for convenience. Reheating is easy on the stovetop. Suggested side dishes include salads, roasted vegetables, potato-based sides, or fries to round out the meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 cup yellow onion , chopped
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/3 cup ketchup , or more, to taste
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard prepared
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 5 Hamburger Bun
Instructions
- Add beef to a large pan over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, crumbling and stirring, until browned. Remove grease.
- Add onion and garlic and cook for a few minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm, inside a toasted hamburger bun.
Notes
- The meat filling can be prepared up to 2 days ahead; store covered in the refrigerator.
- Freeze cooled mixture in airtight containers for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Add diced vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, spinach, or shredded carrot to increase nutrition without changing the flavor significantly.
- Try Hawaiian Sloppy Joes by substituting extra BBQ sauce for ketchup and adding crushed pineapple.
- Asian-style variations include adding ground ginger and hoisin sauce, plus crunchy additions like cucumber or water chestnuts.
- Ground turkey can replace beef for a leaner version; serve in low-carb options using lettuce wraps or open-faced on buns with melted cheese.
- Suggested sides range from fresh salads to potato dishes and vegetables to create a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 344 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 344kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 836mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 617mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 97mg | 10% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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