**Buffalo Turkey Sloppy Joes: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic American Dish**
Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings? Look no further than Buffalo Turkey Sloppy Joes! This unique twist on the classic American dish combines the bold flavors of buffalo sauce with lean ground turkey, creating a mouthwatering sandwich that's sure to satisfy. Made with simple ingredients and featuring three different variations – classic, vegetarian, and sweet potato – this recipe offers something for everyone. Whether you prefer a traditional sandwich on slider buns, a healthier option on lettuce wraps, or a fun and flavorful twist with sweet potato fries, these Buffalo Turkey Sloppy Joes are a versatile dish that's sure to become a family favorite.
BUFFALO SLOPPY JOES FOR TWO
Lean ground turkey makes this a lighter sloppy joe than the standard ground beef version. A hefty splash of hot sauce and optional blue cheese provide an authentic Buffalo-style flavor. -Maria Regakis, Saugus, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook the first 5 ingredients over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink. Stir in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, hot sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and pepper; heat through., Serve on buns; sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 445mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BUFFALO SLOPPY JOES
Lean ground turkey makes this a lighter sloppy joe than the standard ground beef version. A hefty splash of hot sauce and optional blue cheese provide an authentic Buffalo-style flavor. -Maria Regakis, Saugus, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the first 5 ingredients in a Dutch oven over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Stir in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, hot sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and pepper; heat through., Serve on buns. If desired, sprinkle with blue cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 475mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic exchanges
SLOPPY TURKEY JOES
Note: This recipe method is written for children to follow, too. Adult helpers are referred to as GHs, or Grown Helpers.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Have a GH (grown helper) place a big skillet over medium high heat for you. Use some kitchen scissors to cut the turkey package open. Add some extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a nice, slow stream. Have the GH add the ground turkey to the pan, in case it spatters. Break the turkey up with a big wooden spoon as it starts to cook. If anyone touches the raw turkey, they should go wash their hands.
- If you are a really good chopper, using a small, sharp knife chop up some red onion. Remember when you are chopping to keep the fingers that are not holding the knife all tucked in and curled under. Have a GH help you. You need half a red onion chopped up small. Pull the seeds and white membrane and the top out of a half red bell pepper and chop that up small too. Add the veggies to the cooking meat and stir it all together.
- Next, mix in a small bowl: grill seasoning blend, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and the tomato sauce. This will make your special sauce. When all the ingredients are combined, pour the sauce evenly over the meat and stir everything together really well. Turn the heat down to simmer and cook the sloppy mixture for 10 minutes. Blow on a spoonful until cool and taste it to see if you need to adjust the seasoning.
- Have the GH help you serve. Place a bun bottom on a plate. Use a big ice cream scoop to get a pile of sloppy meat onto the bun. Put bun top in place and serve with vegetable sticks on the side and Cheese Fries.
- 1 sack frozen French fries, any brand or shape - crinkle cut, thin cut, steak cut, waffle fries - prepared to package directions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 1/2 cups, (10-ounce) sack shredded yellow Cheddar
- 3 squirts ketchup, about 1/4 cup
- Have your GH (Grown Helper) put fries in oven on a cookie sheet. While fries are baking in the oven, have a GH place a sauce pot on the stove and heat it over medium heat. Add butter and melt it. Add the flour and stir. Cook butter and flour together for 1 minute or so. This is called "roux" (like Tiger and Roo with Pooh Bear) and it helps to thicken up sauces. Use a whisk to stir as the milk goes into the pot. Keep stirring until the milk gets thicker. Use a wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula to stir in the cheese. When all of the cheese melts, take the sauce off the heat and stir in 3 squirts of ketchup. This is your SECRET ingredient. When everyone asks what you put in your cheese sauce that makes it taste so good, just say milk and cheese, you can NEVER tell what secret ingredients you add! Tell your GH to keep the secret, too or they can never help you again!
- Pour the sauce over the fries or serve the sauce on the side if you like to dipping better.
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Ease of preparation: easy
SLOW-COOKED TURKEY SLOPPY JOES
This tangy sandwich filling is so easy to prepare in the slow cooker, and it goes over well at gatherings large and small. I frequently take it to potlucks, and I'm always asked for my secret ingredient. -Marylou LaRue, Freeland, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 4h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey, onion, celery and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup, ketchup, mustard, brown sugar and pepper., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- When choosing ground turkey, opt for a leaner option with a fat percentage of 93% or higher. This will help reduce the amount of grease in your sloppy joes.
- If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook the turkey mixture on the stovetop over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until the turkey is cooked through.
- To make your sloppy joes even more flavorful, try using a variety of spices in the turkey mixture. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- For a healthier version of sloppy joes, use whole-wheat buns and top them with fresh vegetables, such as lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
- Sloppy joes are a great meal to make ahead of time. Simply cook the turkey mixture and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat the mixture and assemble the sloppy joes.
Conclusion:
Buffalo turkey sloppy joes are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for a casual get-together or a weeknight dinner. With their unique buffalo sauce flavor, these sloppy joes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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