Poblano Pepper Sloppy Joes

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Give your classic comfort food an exciting twist with these smoky and savory Poblano Pepper Sloppy Joes! This easy-to-make recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef, roasted poblano peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce sweetened with brown sugar and spiced with chili powder and cumin. The poblano peppers add a subtle smokiness that elevates the dish, while the steamed and peeled peppers blend seamlessly into the hearty filling. Perfect for weeknight dinners, these sloppy joes come together in just 45 minutes and are ideal for serving on buttery, toasted burger buns. Top with your favorite additions, like shredded cheese or jalapeños, for an irresistible meal the whole family will love. Upgrade your sandwich game with this flavorful twist on a timeless classic!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 2 Poblano peppers
• 1 Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Burger buns
• 2 tbsp Melted butter (optional, for toasting buns)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your broiler or stovetop griddle to medium heat.

2. Place the poblano peppers under the broiler or directly on the stovetop flame. Roast until the skin is charred and blistered, turning frequently, about 5-7 minutes. Place roasted peppers in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10 minutes.

3. While the peppers are steaming, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

5. Add the ground beef back to the skillet. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to develop flavor.

6. Stir in the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. While the meat mixture is simmering, peel the charred skin off the roasted poblano peppers, remove the seeds and stems, and chop them into small pieces. Stir the chopped poblanos into the sloppy joe mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

8. If desired, brush the burger buns with melted butter and lightly toast them on a skillet or griddle over medium heat until golden brown.

9. Spoon a generous portion of the poblano sloppy joe mixture onto the toasted buns. Top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (317.7g)

Calories		535
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		30.5 g	39%
	Saturated Fat	12.7 g	64%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		92 mg	31%
Sodium		1120 mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate		40.4 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	4.1 g	15%
	Total Sugars	14.6 g
Protein		24.5 g	49%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		102 mg	8%
Iron		5.1 mg	28%
Potassium		737 mg	16%

*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: 1098 cal (51.4%%)

Protein: 391 cal (18.3%%)

Carbs: 645 cal (30.2%%)