Sloppy Joes
Savory, sweet-and-tangy ground beef simmered in a tomato sauce and piled high on soft hamburger buns. The ultimate easy weeknight sandwich.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5 minutes.
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Add onion and green pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic for 1 minute.
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Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, water, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
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Toast the hamburger buns. Pile the saucy beef high on the bottom buns and serve.
Nutrition
Per serving, estimated.
- Calories
- 430 kcal
- Protein
- 24g
- Carbs
- 38g
- Fat
- 19g
- Fiber
- 2g
Tips
- Simmer long enough for the sauce to thicken so it clings to the bun instead of running off.
- Toast the buns to help them hold the juicy filling.
- A splash of vinegar at the end brightens the sweetness.
Variations
- Add 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika for a barbecue flavor.
- Stir in 1/4 cup shredded cheddar at the end for a cheesy version.
- Use ground turkey for a lighter sandwich.
Frequently Asked Questions
The name comes from the loose, messy tomato-meat filling that spills out of the soft bun.
Yes. The filling reheats well; store it in the fridge up to 3 days and toast fresh buns when serving.
Cool the filling, freeze up to 3 months, and reheat on the stove before piling onto buns.
