Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes are a classic American comfort food, quick and easy to prepare with a sweet and tangy sauce, making them perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef Use a blend of meat and fat for better flavor.
- 1 small onion, chopped fine
- 1 medium green pepper, chopped fine
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp canola oil For sautéing.
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Sauté onions and pepper in 1 tbsp canola oil in a large frying pan over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, until they begin to soften.
- Move onions and peppers to the outer edge of the pan. Increase heat to medium-high.
- Brown the ground beef: Spread the beef in the center of the pan in an even layer and cook, undisturbed, for 5 minutes, or until the meat begins to brown.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper, and flip it over. Continue to cook, breaking the meat apart into small pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add in ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the flavors meld together.
Serving
- Serve Sloppy Joes hot, piled high on your choice of buns, such as burger buns, brioche buns, or potato rolls.
- Add extra toppings like pickles or cheese if desired.
Notes
Leftover Sloppy Joes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a pan or microwave until heated through. You can also freeze the filling for longer storage; just thaw before reheating.