Best 9 Ozark Sloppy Joes Recipes

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Unleash your taste buds on a culinary voyage to the heart of the Ozark Mountains, where the smoky aromas of slow-cooked meats and tangy sauces intertwine to create the legendary "Ozark Sloppy Joes." Get ready to embark on a flavor-packed journey as we explore the secrets behind this delectable dish, delving into the culinary traditions that have shaped its unique character. Along the way, we'll uncover the perfect combination of spices, the ideal cooking techniques, and the most tantalizing toppings that will elevate your Sloppy Joes to new heights. So gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's together craft a lip-smacking, unforgettable Ozark Sloppy Joe experience.

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

OZARK SLOPPY JOES



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Years ago, my family operated a snack boat on Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks. These popular Sloppy Joes were a hit with hungry boaters. -Michele Delanty, Sunrise Beach, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
8 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Stir in the sugar, flour, seasonings, tomato sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spoon 1/2 cup onto each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

SLOPPY JOES



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno, minced
1 red pepper, diced
1 can small red beans or pinto beans, preferably low sodium drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups no-salt-added tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon mustard powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
8 whole-wheat burger buns

Steps:

  • Brown the meat and the onion in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Pour the drippings out of the pan and discard. Add the garlic, jalapeno, and red pepper and cook 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally. Stir in the rest of the ingredients, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes more. Place a half-cup scoop of the mixture onto each bun and serve.

SLOPPY JOES



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Food Network

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1/2 large onion, diced
1 1/2 cups ketchup
5 cloves garlic, minced
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 kaiser rolls
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder, or more as needed
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more as needed
2 tablespoons butter, softened
Chips or salad, for serving, if desired

Steps:

  • Start by browning the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat. Drain off the fat.
  • Add in the green peppers and onions. Stir, and then add 1 cup water, the ketchup and garlic. Stir it around to combine, and then add the brown sugar, chili powder, dry mustard, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce, Worcestershire, salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine, and then cover and simmer over medium-low heat, about 20 minutes.
  • To serve, spread the rolls with the butter and brown them on a griddle or in a skillet. Spoon a good amount of the meat mixture onto the bottom roll, and then top with the other half. Serve with chips, salad or just enjoy it by itself.

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

CLASSIC SLOPPY JOES



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Fun and filling, Sloppy Joes are the perfect solution for a speedy supper before driving the kids to practice or rehearsal. Moist, meaty and satisfying these tasty sandwiches will appeal to the kid in all of us.

Provided by Heinz

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Heinzitup.com

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
⅓ cup chopped green pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
1 ½ cups Heinz Tomato Ketchup
1 tablespoon Heinz Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
8 sandwich buns

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large frying pan set over medium-high heat. Saute onions and green pepper for 5 minutes.
  • Add beef to the pan. Cook, stirring until browned, about 5 to 10 minutes. Drain off fat.
  • Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve on sandwich buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1087.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

OZARK SLOPPY JOES



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Make and share this Ozark Sloppy Joes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 8 sloppy Joes, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
8 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Stir in the sugar, flour, seasonings, tomato sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup onto each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.5, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 55.3, Sodium 498.6, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 5.8, Protein 21.8

MY FAVORITE SLOPPY JOES



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This is my go-to sloppy joe recipe. Liquid smoke is the key ingredient here.

Provided by Alissa

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup ketchup
¼ cup dried minced onion
3 tablespoons brown sugar, or to taste
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, or more to taste
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup beef broth
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until meat is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease. Mix ketchup, dried onion, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoke flavoring, and garlic into beef, stirring until brown sugar has dissolved.
  • Stir beef broth into beef mixture and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer until thick, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 743.4 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

MARK'S NEARLY FAMOUS SLOPPY JOES



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I've been tweaking this recipe for years and think it's finally perfected. Like a good chili, it may be even better the second day. Serve on toasted hamburger buns.

Provided by CHUCKIE768

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 ½ pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
¼ green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed chicken gumbo soup
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons brown sugar
4 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons yellow mustard
½ cup ketchup
½ cup barbecue sauce
6 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large heavy skillet, cook ground beef until evenly brown; drain well.
  • In a slow cooker, combine onion, bell pepper, celery, condensed gumbo soup, tomato paste and brown sugar. Stir in lemon juice, mustard, ketchup, barbeque sauce and vinegar. season with Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, parsley, black pepper and salt. Stir in browned beef.
  • Cover, and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, stirring occasionally. Skim off excess fat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1017.2 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sloppy joes.
  • Brown the ground beef well. This will help to develop the flavor and keep the sloppy joes from being greasy.
  • Don't skimp on the sauce. The sauce is what makes sloppy joes so delicious, so be sure to use plenty of it.
  • Simmer the sloppy joes for at least 30 minutes. This will help to meld the flavors and make the sauce nice and thick.
  • Serve the sloppy joes on toasted buns. This will help to soak up the sauce and make the sloppy joes even more delicious.

Conclusion:

Sloppy joes are a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make the best sloppy joes that will be the hit of your next party or potluck. 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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