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American Sloppy Joe (Saucy Ground Beef Sandwich)

Difficulty

easy

Time

40m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

Sloppy Joe is a true American classic, a juicy, seasoned ground beef sandwich that comes together in no time and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. The rich tomato-based sauce and soft bun create an irresistible combination that truly pampers the taste buds. Go ahead and make this simple yet delicious dish yourself!

ingredients

4 Servings

Steps

1

Brown Meat & Veggies

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and green bell pepper, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

2

Prepare the Sauce

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Then, add the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, beef broth, salt, and pepper. Mix well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

3

Simmer & Serve

Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded. Stir occasionally. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot on toasted hamburger buns.

Extra Tips

Toast your hamburger buns in a pan or toaster before filling them to prevent them from getting soggy.

If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the meat mixture.

Leftover Sloppy Joe meat makes a great pasta sauce base or even a filling for quesadillas.

Nutrition

Per 100gPer Serving
300g
Calories190 kcal570 kcal
Protein16g48g
Fat11g33g
Carbohydrate6g18g
Fiber1g3g
Sugar4g12g