Best 7 Best Homemade Sloppy Joe Recipes

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Satisfy your taste buds with the ultimate homemade sloppy joe recipe, a classic American comfort food that is sure to tantalize your palate. Immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors as ground beef, sweet and tangy sauce, and soft, pillowy buns come together to create a delightful culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the steps of creating a delectable sloppy joe that will become a family favorite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST SLOPPY JOES



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This is weeknight comfort food at its finest. We created a homemade sauce that is tangy and flavorful but also quick and easy. We used both ketchup and canned tomato sauce for lots of tomato-y zip and just a touch of brown sugar for a bit of sweetness and slight caramel finish. Green bell pepper is a key addition; it really enhances the other ingredients, elevating the flavor profile into the realm of a true sloppy joe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound lean ground beef
12 ounces (1 1/3 cup) tomato sauce
3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 hamburger buns, toasted

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize in some spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it is browned, no longer pink in the middle and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, red wine vinegar, paprika, cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of black pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and heated through, 5 to 6 minutes. Spoon the meat onto the toasted buns.

THE VERY BEST SLOPPY JOE RECIPE



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The VERY BEST Homemade Sloppy Joe Recipe is not only delicious, but it's quick and easy to make using REAL ingredients instead of a store-bought can of sauce. Hundreds of rave reviews agree!

Provided by Samantha Skaggs

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 pound ground beef (OR turkey)
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 to 4 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Hamburger buns
Sliced pickles

Steps:

  • Make the sauce in a 2-cup glass measuring cup (or a medium bowl). Stir together the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined; set aside.
  • Set a large pot over medium-low heat. Add a few drops of extra-virgin olive oil, and saute the garlic for a minute or two until just fragrant and very light golden brown. Add ground beef, increase heat to medium/medium high, and cook until nicely browned with no pink remaining, breaking apart and stirring as the meat cooks. Drain the grease.
  • Pour the sauce over the browned meat, stir to combine, and simmer for at least 10 minutes until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve warm on hamburger buns or rolls with sliced pickles on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 742 mg, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST SLOPPY JOES



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Who isn't looking for quick, healthy meal solutions during the busy holiday and shopping season? Here's a sophisticated twist on a kid favorite. My daughter, Tiffany, came up with this lower-fat version of traditional sloppy joes. Best of all, this recipe can be made ahead and frozen for real holiday convenience. However, the tangy kick from the orange peel may not appeal to all children. -Suzanne McKinley, Lyons, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon molasses
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
Pinch ground cloves
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest, optional
6 whole wheat buns, split

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, prepared mustard, ground mustard, cloves, cayenne and orange zest if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Serve on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BEST EVER SLOPPY JOES



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Make and share this Best Ever Sloppy Joes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 1/2 cups canned diced tomatoes
1/4 cup catsup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon steak sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven, cook beef, onion, celery, and green pepper until meat is done; drain.
  • Add all remaining ingredients.
  • ;mix well.
  • Simmer for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.

HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES



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Despite the name of this iconic retro dish, the secret to a great sloppy joe is a thick, rich, almost dry consistency, which allows the sandwich to be eaten with your hands. Serve on hamburger buns.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ pounds extra lean ground beef
½ onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green pepper, diced
1 cup water
¾ cup ketchup
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup water
1 pinch cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place ground beef and onion in a large skillet. Turn heat to medium and cook and stir the mixture constantly until the beef is browned and forms small crumbles, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and green bell pepper; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup water and stir, scraping the pan to dissolve any brown flavor bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Mix in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Add 1 more cup water and return mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is thick, about 40 minutes.
  • Season with salt , black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1001.5 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

THE BEST SLOPPY JOE RECIPE



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The BEST recipe for a homemade Sloppy Joe! Ground beef in a hearty tomato sauce on toasted hamburger buns. The perfect recipe for lunch or dinner.

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion (finely chopped)
1/2 small green bell pepper (seeded and finely diced)
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp yellow mustard
1/4 cup water
1 Tbsp brown sugar
15 oz can tomato sauce
1 lb lean ground beef (85%-90% lean)
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt (or to taste)
¼ tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
4 hamburger buns (toasted if desired)

Steps:

  • Finely chop the onion. Seed and finely dice the green pepper.
  • In a bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, water, brown sugar, and tomato sauce.
  • Place a large skillet or dutch oven over medium/high heat. Add olive oil and ground beef. Saute the beef for about 5 minutes until cooked through and longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper and add in the diced peppers and onion. Cook another 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and beef is browned.
  • Add the minced garlic and saute 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly. Add in the sauce and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve on toasted buns for Sloppy Joe Sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1197 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST BAKED SLOPPY JOES



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These are the best Sloppy Joes I have ever had! They are fairly easy to make and if you happen to have any leftovers they reheat very well!

Provided by Bumblina

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon paprika
4 kaiser rolls, split
4 slices mozzarella cheese
4 pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil, large enough to wrap finished sandwich

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.
  • drain.
  • stir in the tomato sauce; ketchup, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder and oregano.
  • bring to a boil.
  • reduce heat.
  • simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes.
  • in a bowl (or glass measuring cup) combine butter, paprika and remaining garlic powder.
  • mix well.
  • brush over cut sides of rolls.
  • place bottom half of kaiser roll on each piece of heavy-duty foil.
  • spread meat mixture on roll bottoms.
  • top with mozzarella cheese.
  • replace roll tops.
  • wrap each sandwich in heavy-duty foil
  • place on baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.8, Fat 35.6, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 125, Sodium 1299.6, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 10.9, Protein 35.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sloppy joes. Choose ground beef that is at least 80% lean, and use fresh, ripe vegetables.
  • Brown the ground beef well: This will help to develop flavor and prevent the beef from being greasy.
  • Drain the excess grease from the ground beef: This will help to keep your sloppy joes from being too greasy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and texture to your sloppy joes. Some good options include onions, bell peppers, celery, and carrots.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes sloppy joes special. Use a sauce that is tangy, sweet, and savory. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
  • Serve sloppy joes on soft buns: This will help to soak up the sauce and make the sloppy joes easier to eat.
  • Top sloppy joes with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include cheese, bacon, onions, and pickles.

Conclusion:

Sloppy joes are a classic American comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit. With a few simple tips, you can make the best sloppy joes at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give sloppy joes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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