Description
Enjoy the comforting flavors of this Best Homemade Sloppy Joes Recipe, a classic American favorite that’s easy to make and perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Sauce:
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Serving:
- 4 hamburger buns (toasted)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ground Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Assemble: Spoon the mixture onto toasted buns and serve.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
- This dish is great for meal prep or busy weeknights.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg