Classic Sloppy Joes made with ground beef, sautéed onions, and bell peppers simmered in a savory and slightly sweet tomato-based sauce, served on soft hamburger buns. Perfect for a quick and comforting meal.
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
4 hamburger buns
Instructions
Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain any excess fat to keep the mixture from being greasy.
Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until they become soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard into the beef mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
Simmer the Mixture: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
Serve: Spoon the sloppy joe mixture over the hamburger buns and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For a healthier option, use lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey.
Additional vegetables like chopped tomatoes or mushrooms can be added for extra texture and flavor.
To make it spicier, add a dash of hot sauce or chili powder during simmering.
Use whole wheat hamburger buns to increase fiber content.
