Sloppy Joe (Kid-Friendly American Classic)

A simple and beloved American comfort food made with ground beef simmered in a tangy tomato-based sauce, served on hamburger buns. Sloppy Joes are quick to prepare, messy to eat, and especially popular with kids and families.

01 Information

Grade

Serving

Calorie

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Easy

4 Servings

420 Kcal

10 Mins

20 Mins

30 Mins

02 Ingredients

  • 500g Ground Beef

  • 1 small Onion (chopped)

  • 1 Green Bell Pepper (chopped, optional)

  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)

  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce (or Ketchup)

  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste

  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

  • 1 tsp Mustard (yellow or Dijon)

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Black Pepper (to taste)

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil

  • 4 Hamburger Buns

            03 Method

            Step 1
        Heat Olive Oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add Onion, Bell Pepper, and Garlic. Cook until softened.

            Step 2
        Add Ground Beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

            Step 3
        Stir in Tomato Sauce, Tomato Paste, Brown Sugar, Worcestershire Sauce, and Mustard.

            Step 4
        Season with Salt and Black Pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened.

            Step 5
        Lightly toast Hamburger Buns.

            Step 6
        Spoon the beef mixture onto the buns.

            Step 7
        Serve hot and enjoy the messy, saucy goodness.