Manwich Copycat

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Recreate the nostalgic flavor of a classic Sloppy Joe with this irresistible Manwich Copycat recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Made with juicy ground beef, tender sautéed onions and green bell peppers, and a rich, tangy sauce of tomato, ketchup, brown sugar, and a hint of smoked paprika, this homemade version captures all the comfort of the original with a touch of homemade flair. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe pairs beautifully with toasted hamburger buns for the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal. Skip the canned version and whip up this flavorful, customizable classic that’s brimming with bold, hearty goodness!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 8 ounces Tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Hamburger buns

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

2. Drain any excess grease from the skillet, leaving the cooked beef in the pan.

3. Add the chopped onion and diced green bell pepper to the skillet with the beef. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 4-5 minutes.

4. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

5. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

6. Toast the hamburger buns lightly if desired.

7. Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each hamburger bun and top with the other half.

8. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Manwich Copycat!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (312.6g)

Calories		468
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		27.5 g	35%
	Saturated Fat	10.9 g	55%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		80 mg	27%
Sodium		981 mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate		36.3 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	15.9 g	57%
	Total Sugars	16.3 g
Protein		34.7 g	69%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		76 mg	6%
Iron		4.7 mg	26%
Potassium		590 mg	13%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 988 cal (46.5%%)

Protein: 554 cal (26.1%%)

Carbs: 581 cal (27.4%%)