Sloppy Joe Recipe

Saucy, beefy and so satisfying. We’re convinced this is the BEST recipe for a homemade Sloppy Joe. Ground beef in a hearty tomato sauce served on toasted hamburger buns is a great idea for lunch or dinner.

There’s no match for a warm homemade sandwich, from Grilled Cheese to our famous Philly Cheesesteak. This Sloppy Joe Recipe is definitely at the top of our list.

This delicious sloppy joe recipe is such a simple recipe and so inexpensive to make, a budget-friendly family dinner. The tender and juicy ground beef are sauteed with green peppers and onion then cooked in a hearty tomato sauce.

Having some go-to ground beef recipes like Cheeseburger Sliders, Taco Salad, or Sloppy Joes will make dinner time a breeze. If you have some ground beef in the freezer and need an easy meal idea, this is a must-try.

Pro Tip: If you prefer a spicy Sloppy Joes, add some hot sauce or sriracha to the sauce.

There are so many different ways to enjoy a sloppy joe. You’ll make to try them all:

These EASY sloppy joes are GREAT to make in the crockpot. Once the meat is browned on a skillet, just add it along with all the other ingredients into the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.

This sloppy joe recipe is homemade and made from scratch. Manwich is a pre-made store-bought sauce used to make sloppy joes.

The BEST Sloppy Joe Recipe

The BEST recipe for a homemade Sloppy Joe! Ground beef in a hearty tomato sauce on toasted hamburger buns. The perfect recipe for lunch or dinner.

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 365 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1197 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, unSaturated Fat 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 1/2 small green bell pepper (seeded and finely diced)
• 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar
• 15 oz can tomato sauce
• 1 lb lean ground beef (85%-90% lean)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/4 cup water (optional, or added to desired consistency)
• 4 hamburger buns (toasted if desired)

Instruction:

1. Finely chop the onion. Seed and finely dice the green pepper.
2. In a bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, and tomato sauce.
3. Place a large skillet or dutch oven over medium/high heat. Add olive oil and ground beef. Saute the beef for about 5 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper and add in the diced peppers and onion. Cook another 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and beef is browned.
4. Add the minced garlic and saute 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly. Add in the sauce and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10-15 minutes or until thickened to your liking. Season to taste with salt and pepper and add water if you prefer a looser consistency. Serve on toasted buns for Sloppy Joe Sandwiches.

The Best Homemade Sloppy Joes

Step away from the canned sauce and give these homemade sloppy joes a try! They’re truly the best version of a childhood favorite!

Prep: 5min

Total: 25min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Sodium 547 mg, Sugar 8 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp butter
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1/3 green bell pepper, minced
• 1/2 large yellow onion, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp tomato paste
• 2/3 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar ((or less, if you prefer))
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 3/4 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes ((optional))
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• dash of hot sauce ((optional))

Instruction:

1. Heat butter and oil in large skillet over MED/MED-HIGH heat. Add beef and brown, breaking apart into crumbles as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Transfer to colander to drain.
2. Add onion and bell pepper to same skillet and cook 2-3 minutes, until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds or so, until fragrant. Add beef back to the skillet and add tomato paste. Stir well.
3. Add ketchup, water, brown sugar, mustard, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Cook over MED heat for 10-15 minutes, until mixture has thickened to your liking. Remove from heat and serve over toasted buns.

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FAQ

What is the sloppy joe sauce made of?

Is there a difference between Manwich and Sloppy Joes?

What kind of vinegar do you use for sloppy joe?

1. 1 pound ground beef (see note 1)
2. 1 medium onion finely chopped (see note 2)
3. 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce.
4. 1/2 cup ketchup.
5. 1 tablespoon brown sugar (see note 3)
6. 1 tablespoon white vinegar.
7. 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (see note 4)
8. 1 teaspoon dried mustard.

Do you drain the meat for sloppy joes?