Different Sloppy Joes

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these "Different Sloppy Joes," a bold twist on the classic comfort food. Bursting with smoky spices like smoked paprika and chipotle chili powder, this recipe pairs perfectly seasoned ground beef with a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce made from a blend of ketchup, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine vinegar. Diced onions, green bell peppers, and garlic add aromatic depth, while a touch of brown sugar balances the flavors beautifully. The toasted, buttery buns provide the ultimate foundation for this hearty filling, and optional pickle slices add a delightful tangy crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, these sloppy joes are ideal for a quick, flavorful meal the whole family will love. Perfect for casual dinners, game-day spreads, or anytime you crave a unique take on a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 pieces burger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter, for toasting buns
• 6 pieces pickle slices (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

To the same skillet, add the diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened.

Step 3

Stir in the smoked paprika and cumin. Cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to become fragrant.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the ketchup, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, chipotle chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Simmer the mixture for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef mixture.

Step 6

While the sloppy joe mixture is simmering, lightly butter the cut sides of the burger buns. Toast the buns in a clean skillet or on a griddle over medium heat until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Top with pickle slices, if desired, and cover with the top halves of the buns.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your uniquely flavored Different Sloppy Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1592.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2735.9

Total Fat 110.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 384.0mg	0%
Sodium 7067.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 339.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 186.7g
Protein 98.8g	0%

Vitamin D 14.2IU	0%
Calcium 464.6mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 2532.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.3%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 49.3%