Vegetarian Classic Sloppy Joe Sauce
Get ready to transform a comfort food classic into a vegetarian delight with this Vegetarian Classic Sloppy Joe Sauce! Packed with hearty lentils, finely chopped mushrooms, and a medley of savory seasonings, this recipe delivers the same rich, tangy flavor you love without the meat. A blend of tomato sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce creates a bold, smoky base, while smoked paprika and chili powder add a touch of spice. Perfectly thickened and ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for piling onto toasted buns or serving over your favorite base. Whether it's for a weeknight dinner or game day gathering, this plant-based sloppy joe is sure to satisfy all cravings. Vegan comfort food recipe, vegetarian sloppy joe sauce, lentil mushroom sloppy joes, easy meat-free dinner ideas—this dish has it all!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole medium onion, diced
- 1 whole green bell pepper, diced
- 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces button mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute or until it's fragrant.
Add the finely chopped mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 7-8 minutes until they have released their moisture and are browned slightly.
Stir in the cooked lentils, tomato sauce, ketchup, and tomato paste.
Add soy sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Stir to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Season with chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and allow it to cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and flavors have melded.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Serve the sauce immediately over toasted buns, bread, or a desired base.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1048 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3305 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.8 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2423 mg | 52% | |
*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.
