Smoky Joes
Get ready to elevate your comfort food game with these irresistible Smoky Joes—an upgraded twist on the classic sloppy joes packed with bold, smoky flavors. This quick and easy recipe features seasoned ground beef (or turkey for a lighter option) cooked to perfection with aromatic onions, bell peppers, and garlic, all simmered in a rich sauce infused with smoky paprika, liquid smoke, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, these juicy sandwiches are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Toasted hamburger buns add the perfect finishing touch, offering a buttery crunch that pairs beautifully with the savory filling. Whether you’re craving hearty comfort or bold barbecue-inspired flavors, Smoky Joes are your ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped (red or green)
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces hamburger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for toasting buns)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease if needed.
Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes to let the paste caramelize slightly, enhancing its flavor.
Add the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and let the mixture simmer gently for 5-10 minutes, until thickened and heated through.
While the mixture simmers, optionally toast the hamburger buns. Spread a small amount of butter on the cut sides of the buns and toast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
Spoon the smoky beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with the other half of the bun.
Serve warm and enjoy your Smoky Joes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.5 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 4247 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.8 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.2 g | 229% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.2 g | ||
| Protein | 138.5 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 2383 mg | 51% | |
*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.
