Best 5 Iowa Maid Rites Loose Meat Sandwiches Recipes

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Take your taste buds on a culinary journey to the heart of the Midwest with the iconic Iowa Maid Rite loose meat sandwiches. These savory and satisfying sandwiches are a beloved Iowa tradition that has captivated palates for generations. Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering adventure as we delve into the art of creating the perfect Maid Rite, exploring variations, uncovering hidden gems, and providing insider tips to elevate your sandwich-making skills.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAID RITE CROCK POT LOOSE MEAT SANDWICHES



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These slow cooker loose meat sandwiches are our absolute favorite! They make an awesome and really flavorful ground beef Crock Pot dinner that is easy and really simple - plus, it's an easy, cheap dinner for a group!

Provided by Kate

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds lean ground beef uncooked
1 cup warm water
3/4 T dried minced onion
1 1/2 T packed light brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon low sodium beef base
3/4 teaspoon low sodium chicken base
1 1/2 T apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 T Worcestershire sauce
3/4 T low sodium soy sauce
8 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Set your slow cooker on high.
  • Add your beef to the slow cooker, chop well.
  • Add all other ingredients and stir to combine until beef is completely covered and mixed in.
  • Cover and cook on high for one hour.
  • Uncover after 1 hour of cook time and break up meat to small pieces.
  • Turn on low and continue cooking on high for 2 ½ - 3 hours with the lid off
  • Continue to stir occasionally and break up any chunks of beef.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 617 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOOSE MEAT SANDWICH (MAID-RITE COPYCAT)



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The most popular item on the Maid-Rite menu, these Loose Meat Sandwiches taste as good as the Iowa-famous diner classic. This easy ground beef recipe cooks in just 10 minutes!

Provided by Meggan Hill

Categories     Main Course

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef ((85/15 recommended, see note 1))
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 cup onion (finely chopped, plus more for topping (see note 2))
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 hamburger buns (split, for serving)
Toppings (such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, for serving)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine beef, water, mustard, and sugar. Simmer over medium heat until the beef is cooked through, about 5 minutes, breaking up clumps of meat with a spoon.
  • Drain the fat if desired (I don't, and it is closer to the original recipe if you don't, but you can if you want). Stir in onion and season to taste with salt and pepper (I like 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper).
  • Serve meat on buns with toppings on the side such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, and pickles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 kcal, ServingSize 1 sandwich, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Sodium 120 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

LOOSE MEAT SANDWICHES ( MAID-RITE )



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I can't believe that out of almost 40,000 recipes, no-one has posted a recipe for this! These are Iowa's claim to fame, sort of like a cousin to the Sloppy Joe.

Provided by yooper

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lb ground chuck
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté garlic in oil until it begins to brown.
  • Add onion and sauté until soft.
  • Add meat, stirring constantly with a fork to crumble as finely as possible.
  • When meat is brown, add all remaining ingredients and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally until the liquid cooks out (about 15-20 minutes).
  • Spoon onto hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.4, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 186.6, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 9.1, Protein 22.4

IOWA MAID-RITES ( LOOSE MEAT SANDWICHES )



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This was a big winner in our work pot lucks,I was requested to bring it all the time and its easy easy to throw in a crock pot also. It may not be an Authentic Maidrite...but everyone who has tried them seem to agree they are pretty darn good.

Provided by Auntie Jan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 lbs ground beef, fried and fat drained off
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can French onion soup
1.5 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes Lipton Onion Soup Mix
hamburger bun

Steps:

  • After frying hamburger and draining it, mix in all the soup mixes and simmer to blend flavors,about an hour would do.
  • Ladle on top of hamburger buns and treat them like you would a sloppy joe.
  • Any left over meat is great for taco and burrito filler.

IOWA MAID-RITES



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I came up with my own version of Iowa MaidRites which also are called 'loose meat' sandwiches. Very versatile, leftover beef can be used for spaghetti or taco filling, or it can be frozen for later use.

Provided by Janet Stanislav Hein

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     Hamburgers

Time 2h30m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pounds ground beef
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
1 ½ (10.5 ounce) cans condensed French onion soup
16 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned, crumbling even more as it cooks. Drain off the grease. Stir in the onion soup mix and French onion soup. Cover, and simmer over low heat for about 2 hours, or you may transfer to a slow cooker for this part.
  • To serve, spoon onto hamburger buns like a sloppy Joe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 748.3 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

  • To make the perfect loose meat sandwich, start with high-quality ground beef. This will ensure that the sandwich is juicy and flavorful.
  • Use a meat grinder to grind the beef yourself. This will give you a more consistent texture than pre-ground beef.
  • Season the beef liberally with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance the flavor of the meat.
  • Cook the beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Break up the beef into small pieces as it cooks. This will help to create the signature loose texture of the sandwich.
  • Once the beef is cooked through, drain off any excess grease. Then, add the cooked beef to a slow cooker or Crock-Pot. This will help to keep the beef warm and moist.
  • To assemble the sandwiches, simply place a scoop of the loose meat mixture on a bun. Top with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, pickles, onions, and mustard.

Conclusion:

The Maid-Rite loose meat sandwich is a delicious and iconic sandwich that is easy to make at home. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, this sandwich is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the Maid-Rite loose meat sandwich a try.

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