Description
Hearty Sloppy Joe sandwiches deliver classic comfort with tangy ground beef nestled between pillowy buns. Packed with bold flavors and simple ingredients, you’ll savor this quick midwestern meal that brings family together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 4 hamburger buns
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a spacious skillet and crumble ground beef with diced onions, sautéing until meat turns rich brown and onions become translucent.
- Eliminate any accumulated grease by carefully draining the meat mixture.
- Introduce ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder into the skillet, stirring thoroughly to combine.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to gently bubble and reduce, developing a robust and cohesive sauce consistency.
- Carefully adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- Warm hamburger buns and generously spoon the hearty beef mixture onto each bun.
- Serve immediately while the sloppy joe filling remains hot and savory, offering a delightful casual meal that promises robust comfort and satisfaction.
Notes
- Lean ground beef works best for a healthier version, reducing overall fat content while maintaining rich flavor.
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting brown sugar amount, catering to different taste preferences.
- Consider using whole wheat buns for added nutritional value and a more balanced meal.
- Mix ground turkey with beef for a lighter protein option that still delivers classic Sloppy Joe taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg