Sloppy Joes are a beloved American comfort food, known for their juicy, flavorful ground beef filling and soft, pillowy buns. This article presents two irresistible recipes for Sloppy Joes: a classic version and a tangy, sweet-and-sour Asian-inspired variation. Both recipes are easy to follow and promise a delicious meal that will satisfy the whole family. The classic Sloppy Joes recipe features a savory blend of ground beef, onions, bell peppers, and a rich tomato sauce, seasoned with a harmonious balance of spices. The Asian-inspired Sloppy Joes, on the other hand, introduce a unique twist with a zesty combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar, creating a tantalizing sweet-and-sour flavor profile. Whether you prefer the traditional comfort of the classic Sloppy Joes or the exciting fusion of flavors in the Asian-inspired version, these recipes guarantee a satisfying and memorable dining experience.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
THE BEST SLOPPY JOES
This is weeknight comfort food at its finest. We created a homemade sauce that is tangy and flavorful but also quick and easy. We used both ketchup and canned tomato sauce for lots of tomato-y zip and just a touch of brown sugar for a bit of sweetness and slight caramel finish. Green bell pepper is a key addition; it really enhances the other ingredients, elevating the flavor profile into the realm of a true sloppy joe.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize in some spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it is browned, no longer pink in the middle and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, red wine vinegar, paprika, cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of black pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and heated through, 5 to 6 minutes. Spoon the meat onto the toasted buns.
TERRI'S SLOPPY JOES
This is an excellent version of sloppy joes. We used to fix this at the concessions at the ballpark, and it was the first to go every time. Everyone always asks for the recipe. Serve on hamburger buns or sandwich rolls.
Provided by Terri Clark
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and stir the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is completely browned and the onion softens, about 10 minutes.
- Stir the ketchup, barbeque sauce, vinegar, mustard, and white sugar through the ground beef mixture; simmer 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 545.8 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
SHERRI'S SWEET 'N SPICY SLOPPY JOES
I love sloppy joes, but most recipes are really bland for me. I keep experimenting, because I like them spicy, but also sweet, so here is what I came up with!
Provided by Chalko
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut pepper into bite size pieces, dice onion, smash garlic.
- Brown hamburger together with the onion, pepper, and garlic until the hamburger is cooked.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve over toasted hamburger buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 794.4, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 28.7, Protein 22.9
SUPER SLOPPY JOES
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 super sloppy sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and meat to the pan. Spread the meat around the pan and begin to break it up. Combine brown sugar and steak seasoning. Add sugar and spice mixture to the skillet and combine. When the meat has browned, add onion and red peppers to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook onions, peppers, red wine vinegar and Worcestershire sauce with meat for 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce and paste to pan. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to simmer and cook Sloppy Joe mixture 5 minutes longer. Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, pile sloppy meat onto toasted, buttered bun bottoms and cover with bun tops. Serve with your favorite sides or sliced tomatoes seasoned with salt and pepper, dill pickles and Deviled Potato Salad. Have plenty of napkins on hand!
- Boil potatoes in water seasoned with coarse salt until they are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain cooked potatoes and return to the warm pot to dry them out. Let the potatoes stand 2 minutes, then spread potatoes out on to a cookie sheet to quick-cool them.
- In the bottom of a medium mixing bowl, grate 1/4 onion using a hand grater. Add mustard and mayonnaise, paprika and cayenne pepper sauce to the grated onion and stir to combine. Add potatoes to the bowl and stir to evenly distribute dressing. Season potato salad with salt and pepper and taste to adjust your seasonings. Top servings of salad with chopped scallions.
THE BEST SLOPPY JOE RECIPE
The BEST recipe for a homemade Sloppy Joe! Ground beef in a hearty tomato sauce on toasted hamburger buns. The perfect recipe for lunch or dinner.
Provided by Valentina Ablaev
Categories Easy
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Finely chop the onion. Seed and finely dice the green pepper.
- In a bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, water, brown sugar, and tomato sauce.
- Place a large skillet or dutch oven over medium/high heat. Add olive oil and ground beef. Saute the beef for about 5 minutes until cooked through and longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper and add in the diced peppers and onion. Cook another 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and beef is browned.
- Add the minced garlic and saute 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly. Add in the sauce and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve on toasted buns for Sloppy Joe Sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1197 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHERRI'S SLOPPY JOES
This is my Grandmother's recipe-and it reminds me of her-sweet and tangy! A fast and easy meal and it freezes well. I have never eaten another sloppy joe other than this one so I cannot compare to mixes or cans-all I know is that my family and I love these. I don't usually measure the spices so use to your own taste. Regarding the vinegar, everyone in my family likes it really tangy so I use 4 Tablespoons but my Dad prefers less so adjust to your own liking. Hope you enjoy as much as I do!
Provided by Mrs.Jack
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown meat in large skillet with onion.
- Drain off fat.
- Add remaining ingredients, blend well, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Spoon and serve over toasted hamburger buns (easier to serve open-face style and eat w/ a fork).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.9, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 1062.8, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 15.1, Protein 22.5
JILL'S SLOPPY JOES
This is my own recipe. I make these a lot for gatherings. Everyone always seems to enjoy them. The combination of the ingredients make them PERFECT!
Provided by JILL
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the ground beef, onion, and celery in a large skillet over medium-high until the meat is fully cooked; drain off the excess liquid. Mix in the garlic, salt, pepper, grill seasoning, cumin, paprika, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, and water. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Serve on toast or hamburger buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1312.6 mg, Sugar 20.3 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ground beef. The better the quality of the beef, the better your sloppy joes will taste. Look for ground chuck or sirloin that is at least 80% lean.
- Don't overcook the beef. Overcooked beef will be tough and dry. Cook the beef until it is just browned through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what really makes sloppy joes special. Use a sauce that is packed with flavor, such as a BBQ sauce, tomato sauce, or chili sauce.
- Add some vegetables. Vegetables add a healthy boost to sloppy joes. Try adding some chopped onions, peppers, or corn to your sauce.
- Serve sloppy joes on a toasted bun. A toasted bun will help to hold up to the saucy filling. You can also use slider buns or even hot dog buns.
Conclusion:
Sloppy joes are a classic American comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make sloppy joes that are even better than the ones you get from a restaurant. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give sloppy joes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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