Different Sloppy Joes
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these "Different Sloppy Joes," a bold twist on the classic comfort food. Bursting with smoky spices like smoked paprika and chipotle chili powder, this recipe pairs perfectly seasoned ground beef with a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce made from a blend of ketchup, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine vinegar. Diced onions, green bell peppers, and garlic add aromatic depth, while a touch of brown sugar balances the flavors beautifully. The toasted, buttery buns provide the ultimate foundation for this hearty filling, and optional pickle slices add a delightful tangy crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, these sloppy joes are ideal for a quick, flavorful meal the whole family will love. Perfect for casual dinners, game-day spreads, or anytime you crave a unique take on a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 pieces burger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter, for toasting buns
- 6 pieces pickle slices (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
To the same skillet, add the diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened.
Stir in the smoked paprika and cumin. Cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to become fragrant.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the ketchup, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, chipotle chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the mixture for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef mixture.
While the sloppy joe mixture is simmering, lightly butter the cut sides of the burger buns. Toast the buns in a clean skillet or on a griddle over medium heat until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Top with pickle slices, if desired, and cover with the top halves of the buns.
Serve immediately and enjoy your uniquely flavored Different Sloppy Joes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.5 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1031 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 394 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
