Simple Homemade Sloppy Joe Sandwiches
Simple Homemade Sloppy Joe Sandwiches are the epitome of comfort food, combining seasoned ground meat with a tangy, sweet sauce, served on a soft bun.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Toaster
Ingredients
Ground Meat
- 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
Vegetables
- 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
- 0.5 cup Bell Pepper Diced, any color.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup Tomato Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Yellow Mustard
Seasonings
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Buns
- 4 pieces Hamburger Buns Soft, whole wheat or white.
Instructions
- Begin by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the meat is browned and fully cooked, stirring occasionally.
- Add the finely chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion becomes translucent.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, followed by the brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Stir everything together thoroughly.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your taste. Let it simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare your hamburger buns by toasting them lightly on a separate skillet or in a toaster.
- Once the sloppy joe mixture has thickened, remove it from the heat. Scoop the mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- Top each sandwich with the other half of the bun and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Consider adding toppings such as shredded cheese, pickles, or coleslaw for added flavor.