Description
Sloppy Joes are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a cozy night in or a fun family gathering. This easy recipe features savory ground beef simmered in a tangy sauce and served on soft buns, making every bite a nostalgic delight. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll have a hearty meal ready in no time. Customize with your favorite toppings and enjoy the warm hugs of this classic dish that brings everyone together at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 4 soft hamburger buns
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent. Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned (about 7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and brown sugar until well combined. Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Lightly toast buns under the broiler until golden brown.
- Spoon the beef mixture onto each bun and add desired toppings like pickles or cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sloppy joe (about 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg