Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped fine
- 1 medium green pepper, chopped fine
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped onion and green pepper, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Adjust pan setup: Push the softened onions and peppers to the outer edge of the pan and increase the heat to medium-high.
- Brown the beef: Spread the ground beef evenly in the center of the pan. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes until it starts to brown on one side.
- Cook and season beef: Season the beef with salt and black pepper, then flip it over. Break the beef into small pieces using a wooden spoon or spatula and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Add sauce and simmer: Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the mixture is heated through.
- Serve: Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto burger buns and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Add a dash of hot sauce if you prefer a spicier sloppy joe.
- Top with shredded cheese or pickles for extra flavor and texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve with a side of coleslaw or potato chips for a classic pairing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
