Best 6 Sloppy Joes Plus Low Salt Seasoning Mix Recipes

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If you're craving a classic American comfort food that's bursting with flavor without overwhelming your taste buds with saltiness, then a homemade sloppy joe is the perfect dish for you. With a combination of ground beef, zesty tomato sauce, and an array of seasonings, sloppy joes serve up a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The addition of a low-salt seasoning mix allows you to enjoy this beloved sandwich without sacrificing taste, making it a healthier and equally satisfying meal.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LOW SODIUM SLOPPY JOES



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BBQ season or a quick dinner, these family-favorite homemade low sodium sloppy joes can be ready in 30 minutes!

Provided by Bill

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tsp olive oil
1 lb. ground beef
1/3 green bell pepper (finely minced)
1/2 large yellow or red onion (finely minced / I like to use red onion)
1 1/2 tsp garlic pre-minced
1 6 oz. can tomato paste no salt added
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp allspice
1 tsp smoke paprika
1 tsp liquid smoke
1 tsp Lea and Perrins low sodium Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp yellow ground mustard
3/4 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup water (reserve 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and brown, breaking apart into small crumbles as it cooks, about 10 minutes. Drain any grease.
  • Add diced onion and bell pepper to same skillet and cook 2-3 minutes, until soft. Add pre-minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds or so. Add beef back to the skillet and mix well.
  • While the beef is cooking add the remaining ingredients to a small mixing bowl using ½ the water or ½ cup. Whisk together until smooth. Add to the beef and vegetable mix in the skillet.
  • Cook over medium low heat for 10-15 minutes, until mixture has thickened to your desire. Use any remaining water as need to your desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat and serve over low sodium toasted buns or choice of accompaniment.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, ServingSize 1 -, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 15.5 g, Fat 8.7 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 103 mg, Fiber 1.7 g, Sugar 12.1 g

HEALTHIER SLOPPY JOES II



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This healthier version of sloppy joes includes more veggies and real garlic. Be sure to serve on whole wheat buns!

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¾ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef, onion, green bell pepper, carrots, and garlic until beef is browned, about 10 minutes. Drain off liquids.
  • Stir in mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar and mix thoroughly. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 411.4 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

SLOPPY JOE SANDWICH FILLING



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The traditional sloppy Joe goes south of the border in this tangy, flavorful sandwich filling.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup minced onion
¼ cup chopped poblano chile pepper
8 ounces extra-lean ground beef
4 ounces chorizo sausage
1 ½ tablespoons red enchilada dry seasoning (such as Savory Spice Shop® Canyon Road)
1 tablespoon tomato powder (such as Savory Spice Shop®)
½ cup water
⅓ cup ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 avocado, sliced
½ cup shredded Oaxaca cheese, or to taste
4 hamburger bun, split and toasted

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion and poblano pepper until softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a plate. Add ground beef and chorizo to the skillet. Cook, stirring often to break up meat, until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add enchilada seasoning and tomato powder. Add water, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Return cooked onion mixture to the skillet. Simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes more.
  • Serve meat mixture on toasted buns topped with Oaxaca cheese and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 602.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 93.9 mg, Fat 38.2 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 1725.4 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

SLOPPY JOES PLUS LOW SALT SEASONING MIX



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From "Make-a-Mix" by Karine Eliason. I purposefully omitted the salt for a healthier version. Could not find green pepper flakes, so I used Spike seasoning as an emergency substitute.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 3 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon minced dried onion (salt free) or 1 tablespoon onion powder (salt free)
1 teaspoon spike seasoning (no sodium or low sodium) or 1 teaspoon dried green pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (salt free) or 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic (salt free)
1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 lb lean ground sirloin (soft tofu, ground chicken or turkey or Gimme Lean can be substituted)
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons sloppy joe seasoning mix
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
salt
6 whole grain buns or 8 whole wheat rolls

Steps:

  • Seasoning Mix: Combine all ingredients in a coffee mill or mini chopper and blend well.
  • Store in a cool dry place, covered. Use up within 6 months.
  • Yield: Enough for 6 Sloppy Joes.
  • Sloppy Joes: Heat up the oil in a saute pan on medium-high heat and brown the meat until no longer pink. Pour off grease.
  • Add the Sloppy Joe's seasoning mix, can of tomato sauce, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 15-20 minutes. Season to taste with salt if desired.
  • Serve hot over rolls. The buns can be toasted or untoasted, your choice.
  • Eat but remember to chew!

THE ULTIMATE LOW SODIUM SLOPPY JOE



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A Family Dinner Classic remade into a heart healthy comfort food.

Provided by Christopher Lower

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tsp Dried Minced Onion
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Dried Mustard (ground)
1/4 tsp Chili Powder (salt free)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 pound Ground Beef
1/2 cup Water
1 cup Hunt's No Salt Added Ketchup (or my ketchup recipe)

Steps:

  • Brown 1 pound of lean ground beef over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes in a large nonstick skillet or until beef is not pink, breaking beef up into small crumbles. Pour off drippings.
  • Add spices, 1/2 cup of water and 1 cup of no-salt-added ketchup.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes, reducing heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally. Add more water if the mixture becomes too thick. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.25 pound, Calories 296 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 92.6 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, Sugar 16.5 g

SLOPPY JOE SEASONING MIX



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Make and share this Sloppy Joe Seasoning Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Iowahorse

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1 pkg

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon instant minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon instant minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon green chili pepper flakes
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl until well blended.
  • Spoon mixture onto a 6-inch square of aluminum foil and fold to make airtight.
  • Label as Sloppy Joe Seasoning Mix.
  • Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6 months.
  • Makes 1 package (about 3 T) of mix.
  • Sloppy Joes: Brown 1 lb lean ground beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Drain excess grease.
  • Add seasoning mix, 1/2 cup water, 1 (8 oz) can of tomato sauce and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve over toasted hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.1, Fat 0.4, Sodium 2338.9, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Use a variety of ground meats: Sloppy Joes can be made with a variety of ground meats, including beef, turkey, pork, or lamb. Using a combination of meats can add flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Don't overcook the meat: Overcooked meat can be tough and dry. Cook the meat until it is just browned, or about 5-7 minutes.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what makes Sloppy Joes so delicious. Be sure to use a sauce that is packed with flavor. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables can add flavor, texture, and nutrients to Sloppy Joes. Try adding some chopped onions, celery, or green peppers to the sauce.
  • Serve on a sturdy bun: Sloppy Joes are best served on a sturdy bun that can hold up to the sauce. Hamburger buns or hoagie rolls work well.

Conclusion:

Sloppy Joes are a classic American 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 ever. 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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