The Best Sloppy Joe
This easy Sloppy Joe recipe is a family favorite! Featuring juicy ground beef simmered in a flavorful tomato and Worcestershire sauce, it's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85%-90% lean)
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 small green bell pepper seeded and finely diced
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 tsp yellow mustard
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper or to taste
- 1/4 cup water optional, or added to desired consistency
For Serving:
- 4 hamburger buns toasted if desired
Instructions
- Start by chopping the onion finely and dicing the green bell pepper after removing the seeds.
For Sloppy Joe Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, brown sugar, and tomato sauce thoroughly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, using a spatula to break it apart until browned.
- Season the beef with salt and black pepper. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sautéing for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for around 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the sauce mixture to the skillet and stir well, bringing it to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, allowing it to thicken. For a saucier consistency, stir in the water as needed.
To Serve:
- Spoon the hearty beef mixture onto toasted hamburger buns and enjoy your delicious Sloppy Joes!