Tex Mex Sloppy Joes

Spice up your weeknight dinner routine with these bold and flavorful Tex Mex Sloppy Joes! This recipe takes the classic sloppy joe and infuses it with Tex Mex flair, featuring rich ground beef simmered in a zesty tomato-based sauce with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and optional pickled jalapeños for a touch of heat. Diced onions, red bell peppers, and fresh garlic add savory depth to every bite, while a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro take it to the next level. Perfectly nestled into toasted burger buns, these Tex Mex Sloppy Joes are an easy, 30-minute dinner option that’s sure to delight the whole family. Serve them with coleslaw, tortilla chips, or a crisp side salad for a complete meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños, chopped (optional)
• 4 large burger buns
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture should thicken slightly.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped pickled jalapeños if using, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices if desired.

Step 8

Toast the burger buns lightly if preferred, then spoon the Tex Mex Sloppy Joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns.

Step 9

Top with shredded cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro if desired, and place the top halves of the buns to assemble.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes like coleslaw or chips!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1393.9 grams (1393.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2082

Total Fat 122.20g	157%
Saturated Fat 47.00g	235%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 361mg	120%
Sodium 4620mg	201%
Total Carbohydrate 134.40g	49%
Dietary Fiber 18.50g	66%
Total Sugars 31.50g
Protein 111.10g	222%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 720mg	55%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 2341mg	50%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 25.8%