Drunken Sloppy Joes

Elevate your comfort food game with these irresistible Drunken Sloppy Joes! This bold, flavor-packed twist on the classic features juicy ground beef simmered in a rich, tangy sauce infused with beer for an extra layer of depth. Perfectly seasoned with smoky paprika, zesty Worcestershire, and just a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Finely diced onions, bell peppers, and garlic add texture and aromatic goodness, while a quick toast of buttery burger buns lends a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe is great for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve warm, and get ready to indulge in the ultimate sloppy joe experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Bell pepper, finely diced
• 0.5 cup Beer (light or amber ale)
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 pieces Burger buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter, for toasting buns (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and let it heat up for 1 minute.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook for 6-8 minutes, until browned and fully cooked through.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the pan and return it to the heat.

Step 6

Pour in the beer and stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate slightly.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium and add the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until combined.

Step 8

Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and deepens in flavor.

Step 9

While the mixture is simmering, toast the burger buns. Spread a thin layer of butter on the cut sides of the buns (if using) and toast them in a separate skillet over medium heat until golden brown.

Step 10

Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with the other half of the bun.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your Drunken Sloppy Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1393.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2391.0

Total Fat 124.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 363.9mg	0%
Sodium 4296.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 63.0g
Protein 102.1g	0%

Vitamin D 18.3IU	0%
Calcium 392.8mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 2589.1mg	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: 47.6%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 35.0%