Messy, saucy, and so comforting 😄🍔
Here’s a simple Homemade Sloppy Joes recipe you can whip up fast.
Homemade Sloppy Joes
Ingredients:
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp oil
- Burger buns
Instructions:
- Cook the beef
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. - Add veggies
Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic.
Cook until soft and fragrant. - Make the sauce
Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. - Simmer
Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and rich. - Serve
Spoon generously onto toasted burger buns.
Optional Add-Ons:
- 🧀 Melted cheddar cheese
- 🌶️ Chili flakes or hot sauce
- 🥒 Pickles for crunch
Serving Ideas:
Serve with fries, coleslaw, or potato wedges.
If you want, I can also share:
- Healthier turkey Sloppy Joes
- Extra-saucy cafeteria style
- Slow-cooker version
Just say it 😋
