Sloppy joes are a classic American comfort food that are easy to make and loved by people of all ages. Originating in Sioux City, Iowa, in the early 1900s, sloppy joes have become a staple dish at backyard barbecues, potlucks, and weeknight dinners. They are made with ground beef, a tangy sauce, and various seasonings, and are often served on soft hamburger buns. While there are many different recipes for sloppy joes, they all share a few common ingredients and cooking methods. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for sloppy joes, providing you with a step-by-step guide to create this delicious and versatile dish. From classic to unique variations, we will help you find the perfect recipe to satisfy your taste buds and impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES
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
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
SLOPPY JOES
Food Network
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
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.
SLOPPY JOES SANDWICHES
You'll love this quick, easy and economical homemade sloppy joe recipe. Brown sugar adds a touch of sweetness, both for traditional sandwiches on buns or as a down-home topping for rice, biscuits or baked potatoes. -Laurie Hauser, Rochester, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1360mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
CLASSIC SLOPPY JOES
Soft sandwich buns work best with this classic kid-friendly Sloppy Joe recipe-as do chips and pickles. The beef mixture can also be served over pasta.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add ground beef to skillet. Cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until it is no longer pink, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Stir tomato sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce into beef mixture in skillet. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Season the mixture with more salt and pepper, as desired. Spoon onto buns, and serve immediately.
SUPER SLOPPY JOES
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 super sloppy sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and meat to the pan. Spread the meat around the pan and begin to break it up. Combine brown sugar and steak seasoning. Add sugar and spice mixture to the skillet and combine. When the meat has browned, add onion and red peppers to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook onions, peppers, red wine vinegar and Worcestershire sauce with meat for 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce and paste to pan. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to simmer and cook Sloppy Joe mixture 5 minutes longer. Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, pile sloppy meat onto toasted, buttered bun bottoms and cover with bun tops. Serve with your favorite sides or sliced tomatoes seasoned with salt and pepper, dill pickles and Deviled Potato Salad. Have plenty of napkins on hand!
- Boil potatoes in water seasoned with coarse salt until they are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain cooked potatoes and return to the warm pot to dry them out. Let the potatoes stand 2 minutes, then spread potatoes out on to a cookie sheet to quick-cool them.
- In the bottom of a medium mixing bowl, grate 1/4 onion using a hand grater. Add mustard and mayonnaise, paprika and cayenne pepper sauce to the grated onion and stir to combine. Add potatoes to the bowl and stir to evenly distribute dressing. Season potato salad with salt and pepper and taste to adjust your seasonings. Top servings of salad with chopped scallions.
SUPER EASY SLOPPY JOES
Fast and easy! These sloppy joes are a sure winner. Ground beef and chili sauce are the main ingredients, the rest you probably have on hand. Only 5 ingredients, so it goes from in the pot to on the table super fast!
Provided by NICNEC
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Crumble the ground beef into a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently until evenly browned. Drain off grease. Add the onion and celery, and cook until the onion is tender, about 3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium and pour in the chili sauce. Stir in the vinegar and sugar. Add mustard if using. Simmer until the mixture is your desired thickness. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 139.3 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 38.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 233.5 mg, Sugar 11 g
SLOPPY JOES II
This is the recipe my mother used for sloppy joes and it always gets compliments!
Provided by Tamara
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, onion, and green pepper; drain off liquids.
- Stir in the garlic powder, mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar; mix thoroughly. Reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 416.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
SLOPPY JOES
This simple version of sloppy Joes, the classic sandwich served in school cafeterias and at kitchen counters across the country, comes together in about 20 minutes and can be made with ground beef, chicken or turkey. As the name suggests, they are messy, so serve with a fork and plenty of napkins.
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weekday, burgers, main course
Time 22m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a saucepan over low heat combine the sauce ingredients. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix well, and simmer while preparing the meat.
- Heat a heavy nonstick or cast-iron skillet, at least 10 inches in diameter, over medium-high heat. Add the ground sirloin, and saute, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the meat is no longer pink. Turn the meat into a strainer or colander lined with paper towels, allowing the fat to drain off.
- Add the onion to the pan, and sauté, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent. Return the meat to the pan, and add the sauce. Heat for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and season with salt, pepper or more hot sauce, if desired. Spoon 1/2 cup of the mixture over each bun. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 299, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 650 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHEF JOHN'S SLOPPY JOES
The secret to a great 'Sloppy Joe' is a thick, rich, almost dry consistency, which allows it to be eaten two-fisted, sans fork.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the ground beef and onion in a cold skillet, place the skillet onto a stove burner, and turn the heat to medium; cook and stir until the beef is crumbly and browned. Stir the garlic and bell pepper into the beef mixture; continue cooking and stirring until the vegetables are tender, 2 to 3 more minutes. Add 1 cup of water. Mix in ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Pour in 1 more cup of water. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook until the mixture becomes very thick, 30 to 45 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper as needed. Season with cayenne.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 991.9 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
1940'S ORIGINAL SLOPPY JOES
This is the original sloppy joe recipe that I found on http://theculinarycellar.com/memorial-day-and-a-1940s-recipe/. What is listed below is my updated recipe that tweaks it a bit for my family's tastes. It's now perfect and sooooooooooooooo easy to make. Recipe can be doubled (or more) easily with no worries that the taste will get messed up.
Provided by The Simple Recipe D
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brown ground beef in skillet. Drain grease.
- Add salt, onion & green pepper to beef in skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes until sweating and starting to get translucent.
- Add remaining ingredients to skillet. Mix well. Taste. Adjust if necessary for personal tastes.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Serve on toast bread or hamburger buns.
CHEF JOHN'S TURKEY SLOPPY JOES
This made for a very enjoyable lunch, and kept warm in a slow cooker, could also work very nicely for a Super Bowl party. It tastes enough like a traditional beef Sloppy Joe to provide that satisfying comfort food fix, yet seems much lighter.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion starts to brown, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black.
- Mix ground turkey and 1/2 cup cold water into onions. Cook and stir, breaking up the meat, until it begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add ketchup, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cocoa powder. Cook, stirring frequently and adding up to 1 cup water if needed, until meat is cooked through and liquid is reduced and thick, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Toast hamburger buns until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove turkey mixture from the heat and mix in green onions and Cheddar cheese. Serve on toasted hamburger buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 724 mg, Sugar 11.9 g
BEST SLOPPY JOES
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
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.
CLASSIC HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES
My mother-in-law created this recipe in the early 1950s. Our family likes these classic sloppy joes best served with pickles and potato chips.-Sharon McKee, Denton, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook beef and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook over low heat for 30 minutes., Uncover; cook 30-40 minutes longer or until thickened. Discard bay leaves. Serve 1/2 cup of meat mixture on each bun.
Nutrition Facts :
MY FAVORITE SLOPPY JOES
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
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
SLOW-COOKER SLOPPY JOES
On hot summer days, this dish cooks without heating up the kitchen while I work on the rest of the meal. The recipe is easy to double or triple for crowds, and if there are any leftovers, you can freeze them to enjoy later! -Carol Losier, Baldwinsville, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 3h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef, celery and onion over medium-high heat, 8-10 minutes, until beef is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker., Stir in chili sauce, brown sugar, pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until heated through and flavors are blended. Spoon meat mixture onto bun bottoms. Replace tops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 1313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
SUPER SLOPPY JOES
Mother made these fresh-tasting sloppy joes many times when I was growing up. She passed the recipe on to me when I got married. My brother-in-law says they're the best sandwiches he's ever tasted. And he ought to know-his name is Joe! -Ellen Stringer, Bourbonnais, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the beef, onion, celery and green pepper until meat is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender; drain. , Stir in the next nine ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Spoon about 1/2 cup meat mixture onto each bun. Freeze option: Place individual portions cooled meat mixture in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little broth / water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
HOMEMADE SLOPPY JOES
I simmer a big batch of this hot and tangy sandwich filling, then freeze the extras. Just thaw and reheat it for a quick dinner. -Sandra Castillo, Janesville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef, onions and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, Italian seasoning, onion powder and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Serve on buns., Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 1029mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
BEST EVER SLOPPY JOES
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
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.
SLOPPY JOES FOR A CROWD
This is a simple and easy recipe for making Sloppy Joes for 24 or more people. Yes, I know, what kind of good Sloppy Joe recipe uses Manwich®? In this case it's used as a base (like ketchup) to make a really tasty dish. I used the best ideas of several Sloppy Joe recipes on the Allrecipes website, added my own twist, and expanded it for a crowd.
Provided by Mr Belvidere
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Sloppy Joe Recipes
Time 4h35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/3 of the beef, 1/2 cup onion, and 1 clove garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a slow cooker. Repeat twice more with remaining oil, beef, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add Sloppy Joe sauce, celery, green pepper, brown sugar, cider vinegar, and cloves to the slow cooker. Cook on Low for at least 4 hours, adjusting seasoning to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 953.1 mg, Sugar 16.2 g
GUMBO SLOPPY JOES
Just a few ingredients, including a can of chicken gumbo soup, are needed for this variation on sloppy joe sandwiches. "I made this recipe often when I was working because it's done in a hurry," recalls Wanda Stonebraker of Wheatfield, Indiana.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6-7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the soup, ketchup and mustard; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until mixture reaches desired thickness. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Always choose fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavors and textures.
- Brown the beef well: Browning the beef adds a lot of flavor to the sloppy joes. Make sure to do it over medium-high heat, stirring frequently and breaking up any clumps.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the beef will steam instead of browning. Cook the beef in batches if you need to.
- Simmer the sauce: Simmering the sauce allows the flavors to meld together. Simmer it for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time.
- Use a variety of toppings: Sloppy joes are a great way to use up leftover ingredients. Try topping them with shredded cheese, chopped onions, diced tomatoes, or sauerkraut.
Conclusion:
Sloppy joes are a classic American comfort food that is perfect for a casual get-together or a weeknight meal. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make the best sloppy joes that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give sloppy joes a try!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
#weeknight #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #preparation #occasion #lunch #main-dish #beef #potluck #dietary #inexpensive #ground-beef #meat #to-go #4-hours-or-less
You'll also love