Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
Special equipment needed:
- Skillet or frying pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks.
3. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables in the skillet and stir to combine.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
7. Toast the hamburger buns, if desired.
8. Spoon the BBQ Sloppy Joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun and top with the other half.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for browning the beef and cooking the vegetables
- Low heat for simmering the sauce and beef mixture
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 450
- Total fat: 18g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Total carbohydrates: 47g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 22g
- Protein: 24g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of ground beef
- Red bell pepper or jalapeno pepper can be used instead of green bell pepper
- Honey or molasses can be used instead of brown sugar
- Soy sauce can be used instead of Worcestershire sauce
Variations:
- Add shredded cheddar cheese on top of the BBQ Sloppy Joe mixture before serving
- Use slider buns instead of hamburger buns for mini BBQ Sloppy Joes
- Add diced tomatoes or pickles on top of the BBQ Sloppy Joe mixture before serving
Tips and tricks:
- Use a lean ground beef to reduce the fat content of the dish
- Double the recipe and freeze the leftovers for a quick and easy meal later on
- Serve with coleslaw or potato salad for a classic BBQ meal
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover BBQ Sloppy Joe mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the BBQ Sloppy Joe mixture in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until heated through
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the BBQ Sloppy Joes on a platter with a side of coleslaw or potato salad
- Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley
Pairings:
- Serve with a cold beer or a glass of iced tea
Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Potato salad
- Baked beans
- Corn on the cob
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or beef broth to thin it out
- If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to thicken up
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the ground beef is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat
Food history:
- Sloppy Joes are believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century as a quick and easy meal for families during the Great Depression
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and tangy from the BBQ sauce and ketchup
- Savory from the ground beef and Worcestershire sauce
- A little bit of heat from the garlic powder and black pepper
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the BBQ Sloppy Joes on a plate with a side of coleslaw and a cold beer
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