Description
Spicy Sloppy Joes are a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food, featuring savory ground beef simmered in a zesty sauce with a perfect balance of sweetness and heat. Served on soft buns, this dish evokes nostalgic family dinners while bringing bold flavors to your table. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a casual gathering, these Spicy Sloppy Joes are sure to impress with their deliciousness and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 cup tomato sauce (no added sugar)
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 soft burger buns
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil and sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in minced garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in tomato sauce, Sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well and let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Spoon the spicy mixture onto each burger bun and serve with optional toppings like pickles or coleslaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg