Sloppy Joe

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Get ready for a nostalgic flavor-packed favorite with this classic Sloppy Joe recipe! Juicy ground beef is sautéed to perfection with diced onions, green bell pepper, and garlic, creating a hearty base for the rich, tangy sauce. The flavorful combination of ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory, while a dash of paprika and chili powder adds a hint of smoky depth. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights. Serve the saucy mixture over toasted hamburger buns for a comforting, messy, and utterly delicious meal that’s sure to be a hit with the whole family. Perfect for casual dinners, kid-friendly meals, or potluck gatherings!

Recipe Information

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

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 0.5 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces hamburger buns

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

3. Add the diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

4. Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, water, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

5. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

7. Toast the hamburger buns lightly if desired.

8. Spoon a generous portion of the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Place the top half of the bun on and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (302.1g)

Calories		464
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		27.2 g	35%
	Saturated Fat	11.2 g	56%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		76 mg	25%
Sodium		753 mg	33%
Total Carbohydrate		35.6 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	15.7 g	56%
	Total Sugars	14.5 g
Protein		34.1 g	68%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		64 mg	5%
Iron		4.2 mg	23%
Potassium		417 mg	9%

*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: 981 cal (46.8%%)

Protein: 546 cal (26.0%%)

Carbs: 569 cal (27.2%%)