The Best Sloppy Joes

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with "The Best Sloppy Joes," a comfort food classic that's bursting with bold, tangy flavors. This easy homemade recipe features tender ground beef simmered in a rich, savory sauce made with ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect balance of sweet and smoky. Aromatics like finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, and garlic infuse the dish with a robust depth of flavor, while warming spices such as paprika and chili powder bring a gentle kick. Toasted buttered buns add the final touch, creating a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with the juicy, saucy filling. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing meal is ideal for busy evenings or casual gatherings. Serve with a side of coleslaw, fries, or even a simple salad for a hearty and delicious dinner everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup water or beef broth
• 4 hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting buns)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat and set the beef aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and diced green bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5

Return the browned ground beef to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.

Step 7

Pour in the water or beef broth and stir everything together until fully combined.

Step 8

Simmer the mixture over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and flavorful.

Step 9

While the mixture simmers, preheat a clean pan or griddle over medium heat. Lightly butter the insides of the hamburger buns and toast them until golden brown.

Step 10

Once the Sloppy Joe mixture is ready, spoon a generous portion onto the toasted buns and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1214.2 grams (1214.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2001

Total Fat 134.60g	173%
Saturated Fat 57.20g	286%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 364mg	121%
Sodium 3476mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 132.40g	48%
Dietary Fiber 61.00g	218%
Total Sugars 51.20g
Protein 136.30g	273%

Vitamin D 18IU	92%
Calcium 212mg	16%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1831mg	39%

*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: 53.0%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 23.2%