Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of Sloppy Joes, where a savory and sweet meat mixture meets soft burger buns. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish brings laughter and joy to your dinner table with every deliciously messy bite. Quick to prepare and customizable, Sloppy Joes are ideal for casual gatherings or cozy family nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 soft burger buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened.
- Increase heat slightly, add ground beef, and cook until browned while breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for another 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Toast the buns under the broiler if desired until golden.
- Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto each bun and serve hot with pickles or chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg