Iowa Maid Rites Loose Meat Sandwiches
Savor the Midwest charm with Iowa Maid Rites Loose Meat Sandwiches, a classic American comfort food that’s as hearty as it is nostalgic. This iconic recipe features seasoned ground beef, simmered to perfection in a flavorful blend of beef broth, mustard, vinegar, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar, creating a savory-sweet balance that sets it apart from your average burger. The loose, crumbly meat is served on soft hamburger buns and can be topped with crunchy pickle slices or melted cheese for a personalized twist. Ready in under 35 minutes, these sandwiches are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Simple, satisfying, and packed with flavor, this timeless dish will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small, finely chopped yellow onion
- 0.5 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 units hamburger buns
- 4 units (optional) pickle slices
- 4 units (optional) cheese slices
Instructions
Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef.
Cook the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it begins to brown and releases its fat, about 5 minutes.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and continue cooking until the onion softens, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, and add the beef broth, yellow mustard, white vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
Stir everything well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Allow the mixture to simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the mixture is moist but not wet.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Toast the hamburger buns lightly if desired.
Spoon the loose meat mixture onto the bottom halves of the hamburger buns.
Add optional pickle slices and cheese slices, if desired, and top with the other halves of the buns.
Serve hot and enjoy your Iowa Maid Rites Loose Meat Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.0 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.9 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 437 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 4042 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.5 g | 209% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 162.9 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 974 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1474 mg | 31% | |
*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.
