Simply the Best Sloppy Joes
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with "Simply the Best Sloppy Joes," a classic recipe elevated by fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Made with perfectly browned ground beef, sweet and tangy ketchup, and a hint of smoky paprika, this quick and easy dish delivers a hearty, homemade taste in just 30 minutes. Tender sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and garlic add a flavorful depth to the juicy filling, while a dash of Worcestershire sauce and chili powder bring just the right amount of zing. Served on soft burger buns—lightly toasted for extra texture—this crowd-pleasing meal is perfect for family dinners, backyard gatherings, or busy weeknights. Each bite is packed with comforting flavor, making these Sloppy Joes truly the best you'll ever try.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.33 cup water
- 6 soft burger buns
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ketchup, brown sugar, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine the seasonings and create a sauce.
Pour in the water and stir well. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef evenly.
Taste the filling and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Toast the burger buns lightly if desired, then spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
Top with the other half of the bun and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious sloppy joes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.5 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 5846 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.4 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.4 g | ||
| Protein | 115.7 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 734 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 2057 mg | 44% | |
*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.
