Sloppy Ottos German Version of Sloppy Joes
Experience the bold and savory twist of Sloppy Ottos, a German-inspired version of the classic Sloppy Joe! This recipe takes the hearty, comforting flavors of ground beef and elevates them with tangy sauerkraut, smoky paprika, and a balanced blend of ketchup, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Sweetened with dark brown sugar and simmered to perfection, this filling is served on soft sandwich rolls or pretzel buns for an irresistible bite with every mouthful. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this dish is a quick and satisfying dinner idea, perfect for busy weeknights or a unique Oktoberfest celebration. Serve alongside German potato salad or pickles for a meal that's hearty, flavorful, and authentically inspired by traditional German cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 rolls soft sandwich rolls or pretzel buns
Instructions
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook until it is browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the ketchup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the beef is well coated in the sauce.
Add the drained sauerkraut and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend the flavors.
Toast the sandwich rolls or pretzel buns lightly if desired.
Spoon the Sloppy Otto mixture onto the bottoms of the rolls or buns. Top with the remaining roll half and serve warm.
Pair with a side of German potato salad or pickles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1864 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.1 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 502 mg | 11% | |
*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.
