Sloppy Joes, a classic American comfort food, are a delightful combination of ground beef, tangy sauce, and soft, pillowy buns. This iconic dish has been a staple at backyard barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings for generations. With its irresistible flavors and customizable toppings, it's no wonder why Sloppy Joes continue to be a beloved favorite.
In this article, we bring you a collection of Sloppy Joe recipes that cater to various tastes and preferences. From the traditional version made with ground beef and a sweet and tangy sauce to creative variations featuring turkey, chicken, or vegetarian options, there's a recipe here for everyone. We'll also explore different types of buns, from classic hamburger buns to pretzel buns, and provide tips for achieving the perfect sloppy joe. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you in creating delicious and satisfying Sloppy Joes that will be a hit at your next gathering.
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.
SLOPPY JOES II
This is the recipe my mother used for sloppy joes and it always gets compliments!
Provided by Tamara
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, onion, and green pepper; drain off liquids.
- Stir in the garlic powder, mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar; mix thoroughly. Reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 416.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
BEST SLOPPY JOES
This is a recipe that I got a long time ago, and my boyfriend absolutely loves.
Provided by SWMIMOM
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
- Mix ketchup, chili sauce, onion, green bell pepper, brown sugar, and mustard powder into ground beef; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes; serve on hamburger buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 733.3 mg, Sugar 18.4 g
SLOPPY JOES FROM BALL PARK® BUNS
We're leveling up the traditional sloppy joe with the addition of ranch coleslaw for a symphony of messy deliciousness. Yeah, you're gonna need a bigger napkin.
Provided by Ball Park Buns
Categories Ball Park® Buns
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a large skillet, saute beef on medium heat until brown and cooked through.
- Add in onions, garlic, carrots and red bell peppers and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- While vegetables are cooking, combine tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the tomato sauce mixture to saute pan and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- To make the ranch coleslaw, combine ranch dressing and vinegar in a medium bowl.
- Fold in slaw mix and set aside.
- Toast buns in oven until golden brown.
- Place pickles, if desired, on bottom bun. Add sloppy joe mix and top with ranch coleslaw, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 1657.1 mg, Sugar 15.2 g
BACON CHEESEBURGER SLIDER BAKE
I created this dish to fill two pans because these cheeseburger sliders disappear fast. Just cut the slider burgers recipe in half if you want to make only one batch. -Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Without separating rolls, cut each package of rolls horizontally in half; arrange bottom halves in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking pans. Sprinkle each pan of rolls with 1 cup cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes., In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking beef into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Stir in tomatoes, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until combined, 1-2 minutes., Spoon beef mixture evenly over rolls; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Top with bacon. Replace tops. For glaze, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Microwave, covered, on high until butter is melted, stirring occasionally. Pour over rolls; sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and heated through, 20-25 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked sandwiches; prepare and freeze glaze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Pour glaze over buns and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake sandwiches as directed, increasing time by 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 24g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
SLOPPY JOES FROM BALL PARK® BUNS
We're leveling up the traditional sloppy joe with the addition of ranch coleslaw for a symphony of messy deliciousness. Yeah, you're gonna need a bigger napkin.
Provided by Ball Park Buns
Categories Ball Park® Buns
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a large skillet, saute beef on medium heat until brown and cooked through.
- Add in onions, garlic, carrots and red bell peppers and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- While vegetables are cooking, combine tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the tomato sauce mixture to saute pan and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- To make the ranch coleslaw, combine ranch dressing and vinegar in a medium bowl.
- Fold in slaw mix and set aside.
- Toast buns in oven until golden brown.
- Place pickles, if desired, on bottom bun. Add sloppy joe mix and top with ranch coleslaw, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 1657.1 mg, Sugar 15.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sloppy joes.
- Don't overcook the beef. It should be cooked through, but not dry.
- Use a good-quality barbecue sauce. This is the key ingredient in sloppy joes, so don't skimp on it.
- Add some extras to your sloppy joes. You can add diced onions, peppers, celery, or even cheese.
- Serve sloppy joes on a toasted bun. This will help to soak up the sauce and make the sandwich more enjoyable to eat.
Conclusion:
Sloppy joes are a classic American comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with a crowd. With a few simple tips, you can make the best sloppy joes ever. 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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