Description
Looking for the best classic sloppy joes recipe? This quick easy sandwich is perfect for busy weeknights or fun family dinners. Made with simple ingredients and ready in minutes it’s one of the best healthy and comforting ideas for kids and adults alike. Save this easy recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- Pickles for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet and sauté onion until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned then stir in garlic.
- Mix in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire, brown sugar, and mustard.
- Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toast buns if desired and spoon meat mixture onto each bun.
- Top with pickles and serve hot.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or lentils for a lighter version.
- Add bell peppers or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Freeze filling for up to 2 months.
- Serve leftovers over baked potatoes or in wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg